26/27 Instructional Candidate Pool

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 (3–5)

• Middle School Teachers (6–8)

• 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.

The Details

Key Deliverables: (Role Dependent)

• 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

• Collaborating 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.

Experience and Education Requirements (Role Dependent)

• Qualifications vary by role. Candidates may include certified teachers, individuals enrolled in credentialing programs, or experienced instructional support staff.

  General requirements may include:

• 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

The Campus: Discovery Creative Pathways (DCP) Harper Woods is a tuition-free charter school supporting K-8 scholars in the Harper Woods, MI area. Through a rigorous curriculum and high-quality instruction, our educators foster a love for learning. DCP Harper Woods embraces innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance the learning experience and prepare students for the challenges of the future. Offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, such as Girls/Boys Basketball, Soccer, Dance, Martial Arts, Drama Club, Cheerleading, Garden Club, and Tutoring. These activities make our school unique by providing opportunities for students to develop their skills, explore new interests, and build social connections. DCP Harper Woods prides itself on its ability to work closely with support staff, educators, and families to create a sense of joy and belonging for all scholars.

Compensation and Benefits:

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 a part of professional communities within the school
• Incentive and bonus opportunities 

Please read carefully.

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.