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We are a comprehensive school dedicated to educating and equipping students with language learning differences to become competent and confident life-long learners. Located at the historical Fort Benjamin Harrison, Fortune Academy is an independent school for students in grades 1–12. Our school is designed for students with average to above-average potential to learn but have yet to unlock their potential past their learning challenges. Our students process information differently than what is expected in a conventional classroom. They need a different approach to learning.
Are you an educator seeking a position that provides a supportive environment with small class sizes of 6-8 students, which allows you to provide an educational experience that changes kids' lives? If so, Fortune Academy is where you need to be!
Check out our job listings below. If you do not see an opening, please feel free to send us an application. We are always reviewing applications and will reach out when or if a position becomes available.
CURRENT OPENINGS for the 2024-25 School Year
Part-Time LEAD TEACHER for 7th/ 8th grade
Full Time. LEAD TEACHER. 5th/ 6th 7th/ 8th
Full Time INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT: Lower School and High School
DETAILS for LEAD TEACHERS:
Fortune Academy is an established 1st-12th grade private school for students with language-based learning differences such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, ADHD, and dyscalculia.
We are the only Orton-Gillingham accredited school in Indiana serving students with language-based learning differences.
Compensation is based on experience.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor's degree required from a four-year college, university, or similar
Willing to complete Orton-Gillingham training and practicum at Fortune Academy
Current teaching certificate/licensure or equivalent career experience
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL:
Have two (2) years prior education experience
Possess required state teaching certificate/licensure
Bachelor's degree in education or content area
Be highly intuitive, creative, flexible, even-tempered
Be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills
Ability to use data to inform instruction and decision-making related to student achievement
Ability to turn best practices into high quality, goal-driven results
Highly effective writing, oral and interpersonal skills to communicate with a varied audience
Data management tools, organizational tools, computer skills (Google Classroom, Word, Powerpoint)
DETAILS for INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT:
Lower School and High School
Are you someone who is looking to support students and teachers in their classrooms to provide an educational experience that changes kids' lives? Looking for your first teaching job and would like to have a year being mentored by a master teacher? If so, Fortune Academy is where you need to be! We are currently collecting applications for innovative, energetic, and committed Instructional Assistants to join us for the 2024-2025 school year in 1st-12th grade.
Please submit your application on Indeed.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Associate’s degree in a related field (education, psychology, child development, etc.)
Experience or training in a related field of child development or teaching (at least one year)
Willing to complete beginning level Orton-Gillingham training at Fortune Academy at no cost to the candidate
SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL:
Have prior experience in the educational setting
Be highly intuitive, creative, flexible, even-tempered
Be detail-oriented and possess strong organizational skills
Ability to build an understanding of student learning differences and how they have an impact on the instruction of students.
Ability to easily build rapport and trust with students
Ability to incorporate the use of best practices when supporting students.
Highly effective writing, oral and interpersonal skills to communicate with a varied audience
Be able to lift approximately 20 pounds and stand for extended periods of time