Instructional Pool - Heights Academy

The Opportunity

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is building a General Instructional Candidate Pool for current and anticipated openings across our schools. This standing requisition allows us to proactively identify and engage strong educators and instructional support professionals for roles including:

• Lower Elementary Teachers (K–2)
• Upper Elementary Teachers (3–6)
• Elective & Specials Teachers
• Special Education Teachers
• Teaching Assistants
• 1:1 Paraprofessionals
• Reading Interventionists

Candidates in this pool may be considered for immediate openings or future opportunities as needs arise throughout the hiring season. PLA educators and instructional support staff are mission-driven professionals committed to supporting the academic and social-emotional growth of scholars in underserved communities. All roles contribute to building structured, joyful, and high-expectations learning environments.

• Responsibilities vary by position and may include:
• Delivering or supporting high-quality, standards-aligned instruction
• Providing small-group or individualized academic support, particularly in reading
• Supporting inclusive classroom environments and differentiated instruction
• Monitoring scholar progress and supporting data-driven instructional decisions
• Collabo‑rating with teachers, special education teams, and school leadership
• Supporting scholar behavior, engagement, and classroom routines
• Partnering with families and school staff to support scholar success
• Deliverables may vary based on role and campus needs.

• Qualifications vary by role. Candidates may include certified teachers, individuals enrolled in credentialing programs, or experienced instructional support staff.
• Passion for working with students and families in under-served communities
• Bachelor’s degree or higher for teaching and intervention roles, where required
• Valid State Teacher License or enrollment in an approved credentialing program (for teaching roles)
• Experience supporting instruction, interventions, or classroom management
• Ability to use data to support instructional or intervention planning
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Greater Heights Academy, nestled in Flint, MI, catering to students from Kindergarten through 6th grade, is a beacon of choice for parents. The academy's overarching mission is to foster individual academic triumph through harmonious collaboration between families, the school, and the community. Greater Heights Academy is dedicated to delivering the utmost in comprehensive education, nurturing excellence in both academics and character development.

With a resolute commitment to partnering with parents, the community, and maximizing available resources, Greater Heights Academy remains unwavering in its pursuit of scholar excellence.

PLA School Teachers receive a base salary that is competitively aligned with the market. In addition to a base salary, PLA School Teachers receive:

• Competitive Compensation
• Benefits – Healthcare, vision, and dental insurance
• Professional development opportunities, coaching and mentoring, and being part of professional communities within the school

PLA is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristics as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Phalen Leadership Academies (PLA) is an equal opportunity employer. PLA does not discriminate in employment on account of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, sex (including sexual harassment), sexual orientation, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status or unfavorable discharge from military service.

By completing this application you understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for PLA to hire me. If hired, I understand that either PLA or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of PLA has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

You attest by applying to this position that you have given PLA true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize PLA to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal.