Middle School Teachers (2025-26)

Job Description

The Milwaukee Rescue Mission’s Cross Trainers Academy (CTA) is a K4-12th grade Christian Academy in the heart of Milwaukee, serving students and families who are searching for a strong academic learning experience in a gospel-centered environment. As a Choice School, CTA is committed to offering a comprehensive, student-centered educational experience that serves the whole student.

Cross Trainers Academy is seeking Middle School Teachers for the 2025-26 school year. We are anticipating openings spanning from 6th -8th grade. A Cross Trainers Academy teacher is first and foremost a follower of Jesus Christ and believes in every student’s potential to learn. This role is responsible for developing pathways of learning for all students through the use of differentiated materials, team collaboration and parent involvement, as well as teaching students to love learning and how to overcome the challenges and obstacles they face that keep them from reaching their goals. This person is innovative, teachable and knowledgeable about what motivates a student to grow academically, socially, and spiritually.

WORK SCHEDULE: Monday 7:00am-4:00pm, Tuesday-Friday 7:00am-3:00pm

LOCATION: North Campus, 1530 W Center Street, Milwaukee, WI. 53206

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Instruct middle school students in a variety of subjects (specific to grade level)
• Align curriculum with CTA identified academic and WI DPI learning standards
• Develop thorough, engaging lesson plans that meet grade level objectives and catches student’s attention and keeps them engaged and excited about learning
• Create a learning environment that is safe and nurturing
• Embody and demonstrate a Christ-like character, consistently enforcing school-wide core values with an emphasis on academic development, ensuring that students exhibit the same values
• Focus on instruction and adolescent development
• Responsible for communicating and collaborating with parents and other staff members to ensure each scholar is making academic and social progress
• Engage students in learning process and implement effective classroom management practices
• Attend and participate in scheduled devotionals, staff in-service, and parent meetings
• Maintain a neat, organized and engaging classroom environment, as well as keep accurate records
• Fill in when needed for additional roles such as lunch, recess or dismissal monitors
• Use technology, as needed, to fulfill use of the curriculum, classroom projection system, online gradebook and attendance
• All other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Teacher certification preferred, but not initially required (we are a Milwaukee Choice school – candidates have 3 years to complete this)
• Strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Ability to work effectively with diverse students and families
• Competent in the following platforms: PowerSchool, Word, Excel, Outlook, Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar
• Proven skills in leadership, group facilitation, communication, and data collection
• A workplace demeanor consistent with a Christian school environment: civil, respectful, polite, and responsive
• Be in agreement with and subscribe to the Milwaukee Rescue Mission Statement of Faith and the Statement of Biblical Convictions
• Be a committed follower of the Lord Jesus Christ, which is evident in personal testimony and Christian conduct
• Pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.

PREFERRED:

• Experience in an urban teaching environment
• Track record of closing the achievement gap, making gains greater than 1AYP (Adequate Yearly Progress)

EXCELLENT BENEFIT PACKAGE:

• $48,600-$79,300, based on experience/credentials
• Excellent Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts with employer match
• Life and Short/Long Term Disability Insurance
• 401K with generous employer contribution
• Paid holidays and generous PTO
• Health Club reimbursement
• Education assistance
• Free onsite parking
• Free meal available during shift
• Business Casual/Casual dress