Middle School Teacher

Who We Are: ThrivePoint Academy of Utah

Why Do We Exist?

• We exist to bring opportunities to underserved students.

How Do We Behave?

• Humble: We leave our egos at the door

• Ambassador: We champion the mission of LMEG

• Personal Record: We lean into discomfort to grow

• Don’t Make Assumptions: We see the best in people

What Do We Do?

• We found and operate schools for underserved students.

How Will We Succeed?

• Flexible Environment: Honoring the evolution of learners

• Next Big Steps: Helping students reach their next milestone

• Coaching Model: Doing what’s in the best interest of the student

• White Glove Service: Anticipating and providing what people need to do their work

Team Behaviors (How We Show Up as a Team)

• Humble: We leave our egos at the door

• Ambassador: We champion the mission of LMEG

• Personal Record: We lean into discomfort to grow

• Don’t Make Assumptions: We see the best in people

Middle School Teacher Position Overview

ThrivePoint teachers focus primarily on student achievement, one of our three pillars: Enrollment, Engagement, and Achievement. As an alternative education model, we provide flexible, personalized learning in a blended environment. Teachers deliver targeted instruction, monitor progress, and support students in reaching academic goals year-round. 

Schedule & Work Environment

• In-person role: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

• Business casual

• Work with primarily remote students, with some in-person attendance

• Weekly structure:

  • Monday–Thursday: 2x2 instructional sessions

    • First hour with coaches, second hour with teachers

    • Three sessions daily

  • Friday: Staff meetings, student support, and prep

Program Structure

Middle School (7–8):

• Traditional model
• Five core courses per semester, across two semesters
• Summer school if needed 

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver achievement-focused instruction in 2x2 sessions across core content areas

• Adjust instruction to align with standards and student needs

• Monitor academic progress and support course completion

• Build relationships that support both engagement and accountability

• Manage grading, communication, and progress tracking

• Attend key events, including senior and 8th grade graduations

• State testing support and administration

• Middle school report cards

• Family engagement events (orientations, info nights, etc.)

• School-wide events and student recognition activities

• Provide support during summer on alternative schedule for staff

What Makes Someone Successful Here

• Strong time management and prioritization skills

• Comfort working in blended/online learning environments

• Ability to teach multiple subjects and adjust instruction to standards

• Strong communication with students and families

• Experience supporting diverse and underserved student populations

• Problem solving oriented

• Willingness to communicate with other teachers+coaches about students, and strong written and verbal communication skills

• Proactive, willing to do something if they see a need or a gap

• Flexibility/adaptability to changes in expectations/routines/students

• Content knowledge/love of learning, none of us are done learning

• Extensive online teaching experience

• Growth mindset

• Focus on building student relationships