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SOJOURNER TRUTH ACADEMY, A SMALL SCHOOL WHERE YOU CAN HAVE A BIG IMPACT! WHO WE ARE STA OFFERS EMPLOYEES Diverse school community with deep connections to the families we serve. Staff culture that values your voice and engages teachers in decision-making. Supportive and engaged leaders who are invested in your professional growth. BENEFITS Competitive salary and health benefits Performance-based pay increases Teacher and public loan forgiveness Support staff in every classroom WHO YOU ARE OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS 2+years of experience or is pursuing a second career in teaching OR New teachers who are self-starters, eager to learn and committed to coaching Experience in diverse environments Holds a demonstrated belief in all student?s ability to learn and achieve at high levels Holds appropriate Minnesota licensure for teaching positions WHAT YOU?LL DO Join our team of licensed teachers and highly qualified paraprofessionals for the 2026-2027 school year. We are seeking a licensed Pre - Kindergarten classroom teacher. TO APPLY Applicants sho uld submit their resume at https://sojournertruthacademy.org/job-openings Applicant materials will be accepted until the positions are filled. THE FINE PRINT COMPENSATION $44,000-$52,000+ Experience-based, Teachers $20 per hour+ Experience-based, Paraprofessionals Potential Annual Performance-Based Salary Increase Teacher & Public Loan Forgiveness Eligible Institution Staff tuition reimbursement program for pursuing a teaching license or furthering teacher education Competitive Family Benefits Plan: Single Medical Coverage Paid at 100% Medical, Dental, Life/ADD, Long Term Disability Prescription & Retirement benefits Voluntary Vision, Life/ADD, Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital insurance Wellness and fitness benefits POSITION SUMMARY As a member of STA?s Academic Team, the Classroom Teacher is responsible for setting standards and laying a foundation of academic and social success for scholars by providing high quality, relevant educational instruction in a positive learning environment. Sojourner Truth Academy is a PK-8 open-enrollment public charter school in Minneapolis, MN. We are driven by our mission to prepare children for the future by building confidence and a strong sense of self-worth through small classrooms and an open, safe, family-like environment. STA supports families by embracing change when necessary for the good of the children and serving as a bridge to the community. S taff at STA is dedicated to and held accountable for providing a learning experience that is culturally relevant, challenging and fun. WORK CULTURE An open-door, community-like environment where staff and scholars are valued and celebrated 89% of staff agree STA is a good place to teach and learn Entering the second year of our 5-year Strategic Implementation plan in support of our scholar success profile with 3 strategic priorities: 1) Create strong academic vision and support for strong instructional practice 2) Increase effective use of data to drive scholar success 3) Develop a talent strategy that builds and effective team and drives a joyful culture OUR STAFF Cultural competency is prized, nurtured, and developed at STA STA takes pride in the diversity of our staff: 70% of staff are people of color; 42% of STA teachers are people of color Average staff longevity is 7 years CAREER DEVELOPMENT & SUPPORT 92% of staff agree STA is committed to improving instructional practice Team-based work culture with embedded weekly professional learning community sessions Focus on data driven growth with 15 annual PD days, on demand Specialist Teacher support in math, reading, special education, & MLL education Licensure CEU requirements embedded into staff development schedule Weekly teacher support from Lead Teacher, grade-level teams, MTSS Team & our Academic & Behavior Support Teams 10 days annual paid time off with 21 paid school holidays IN THE CLASSROOM 24:1 Classroom scholar to teacher ratio 13:2 Pre-Kindergarten scholar to teacher ratio A support staff member in every classroom Classroom Budget provided -- Alma Trevino Executive Coordinator Sojourner Truth Academy 3820 Emerson Avenue North Minneapolis, MN 55412 612-588-3599 612-588-0217 fax www.sojournertruthacademy.org