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Start Your Online Application Now Elementary Teacher (K?5) This position will be for the 2026/2027 School Year H OPE Community Academy is an accredited, public co-educational charter school comprising primary, intermediate, middle school, and high school levels. The entire school community seeks to provide a safe and trusting learning environment where each student is valued and challenged to grow academically, Mission: To inspire students to achieve high academic success while embracing Hmong language and culture. Vision: To be a public school of excellence, with high quality staff, diverse programs, and successful students. Culture Statement reflects who we are: HOPE is a safe space where all feel valued, empowered, and inspired. Learning at HOPE promotes cultural appreciation, character, and lifelong growth. Our scholars leave ready to lead with purpose and contribute to their community. HOPE''s Values: High-Impact; Scholar-Focused; Sense of Belonging; Leadership; and Joyful Excellence. Our work for the next two years is illustrated in our 2026?2028 Strategic Plan focused on four priorities ? Radical Growth, Stabilizing Operational Systems, Being Data-Centered, and Building Community Impact. All employees are expected to operate with high impact to continue improving the experiences of HOPE''s community. Position Title: Elementary Teacher Salary Range: $41,150.00 - $58,441.46 Reports To: Education Leader Status: Exempt, Full-Time 40+ hours a week Contract Type: 10-month contract About This Role At HOPE, the classroom is where our mission comes to life. Every scholar who walks through our doors deserves a teacher who believes in them, challenges them, and celebrates them ? and that begins with the adults we choose to place in front of them. For HOPE to achieve the academic goals laid out in our 2026?2028 Strategic Plan, we must have passionate, skilled, and culturally responsive educators who are committed to the growth of every single scholar, every single day. The Elementary Teacher at HOPE is not simply an instructor ? they are a relationship builder, a data-driven practitioner, and a champion of every scholar''s academic and personal development. Our elementary teachers bring rigor and joy into the classroom in equal measure, understanding that both are essential to building a true culture of learning. They know their scholars by name, by story, and by need ? and they design instruction that meets each learner exactly where they are while holding the high expectations that move them forward. This role is central to HOPE''s Radical Growth strategic priority ? directly driving the academic achievement, scholar growth, and proficiency goals we have committed to by 2028. The ideal Elementary Teacher leads with a scholar-focused mindset, brings high expectations paired with deep care, and is eager to grow professionally alongside their colleagues. This person embraces HOPE''s values of High-Impact, Scholar-Focused, Sense of Belonging, Leadership, and Joyful Excellence ? and lives them out every single day in the classroom. Primary Responsibilities Standards-Based Instruction & Lesson Planning. Plan and deliver rigorous, engaging, standards-aligned instruction in literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies for scholars in grades K?5. Develop lesson plans and unit plans that are grounded in state standards, aligned to HOPE''s adopted curricula (My Math, Open-Up Resources), and responsive to the diverse needs of all learners. Ensure instruction is intentional, purposeful, and connected to meaningful learning goals every day. Differentiated Instruction & Meeting Diverse Learner Needs. Design and deliver differentiated instruction that meets the needs of all scholars, including English Learners, scholars with IEPs, and scholars performing above or below grade level. Use flexible grouping, scaffolds, extensions, and culturally responsive strategies to ensure every scholar can access and engage with grade-level content. Partner with the ML Coordinator, SPED Coordinator, and Instructional Coach to support the full range of learners in the classroom. Data-Driven Instruction & Assessment. Use a variety of formative and summative assessment tools ? including FASTBridge, classroom-based assessments, and EDUClimber ? to monitor scholar progress, identify areas of need, and adjust instruction accordingly. Participate in school-wide data review cycles and use data to set meaningful, achievable goals for scholars. Work with scholars to understand their own progress and take ownership of their learning. Scholar Goal Setting & Academic Support. Partner with scholars to set individualized learning goals for FASTBridge, MCAs, and classroom performance. Communicate the importance of academic milestones to scholars in age-appropriate ways and celebrate growth at every level. Identify scholars who are on the verge of moving to a lower risk category and collaborate with the Interventionist and academic leadership to provide targeted, timely support. Culturally Responsive & Sustaining Pedagogy. Create a learning environment that honors, reflects, and builds upon the cultural identities, languages, and lived experiences of HOPE''s scholars and families. Integrate Hmong and Karen cultural perspectives, stories, and contexts into instruction in meaningful, authentic ways. Build classroom community grounded in belonging, mutual respect, and the celebration of diversity as a strength. Classroom Environment & Scholar Behavior. Establish and maintain a safe, structured, and positive classroom environment with clear expectations, consistent routines, and a strong sense of community. Implement HOPE''s scholar behavior and recognition model with fidelity across PreK?5. Use restorative practices and proactive relationship-building to address behavioral concerns before they escalate, and collaborate with the Impact Coach and academic leadership when additional support is needed. Family Engagement & Communication. Build strong, trusting relationships with the families of scholars through regular, proactive, and two-way communication. Share academic progress, celebrate growth, and partner with families to support scholar development at home and at school. Participate in family engagement events, parent-teacher conferences, and school-wide community activities as a visible and engaged member of the HOPE family. Collaboration & Professional Community. Participate actively in grade-level teams, professional learning communities, staff meetings, and professional development sessions. Collaborate with colleagues to plan instruction, analyze data, and problem-solve around scholar needs. Engage in coaching cycles with the Instructional Coach with openness, vulnerability, and a genuine commitment to continuous professional growth. Professional Responsibilities & School Community Involvement. Fulfill all professional responsibilities including timely lesson planning, accurate grading, attendance and data documentation, and participation in school-wide events and initiatives. Contribute to a positive, collaborative, and joyful school culture where staff, scholars, and families all feel welcomed, valued, and proud to be part of the HOPE community. Each staff member will participate in at least three or more school events throughout the school year. Requirements Bachelor''s degree in Elementary Education or a related field required. Valid Minnesota teaching license in Elementary Education (K?6) required, or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to start date. Minimum of two (2) years of classroom teaching experience in an elementary setting preferred; student teaching experience will be considered for exceptional candidates. Knowledge of standards-based instructional practices, elementary literacy and math development, and research-based teaching strategies. Experience with or willingness to be trained in HOPE''s adopted curricula, including My Math and Open-Up Resources. Proficiency in using student assessment data ? including FASTBridge, MCA, and classroom-based assessments ? to drive instructional decisions and scholar goal-setting. Experience designing and delivering culturally responsive instruction for diverse student populations, including English Learners and scholars with IEPs. Strong classroom management skills and ability to create a structured, safe, and joyful learning environment with high expectations for all scholars. Genuine commitment to building strong family relationships and engaging families as partners in scholar success. Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, coaches, and school leaders. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build authentic relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues. Experience working with or in Hmong and/or other diverse communities is strongly preferred; proficiency in Hmong is a significant asset. Deep commitment to educational equity, culturally responsive pedagogy, and HOPE''s mission and strategic priorities. Ability to interact effectively with scholars, families, and staff of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds. Work Environment Duties are primarily performed in a classroom and school building environment. The school building is a multi-level building that has an elevator and is accessible. This role requires consistent daily presence in the classroom and active participation in the broader school community. Some evening hours are required for family engagement events, parent-teacher conferences, professional development, and school-wide activities throughout the year. The role requires a high degree of energy, adaptability, and genuine enthusiasm for working with elementary-aged scholars in a dynamic, fast-paced school environment. Hope Community Academy (District) uses the applicant tracking system from Frontline Education to manage employment applications online