Jabali Academy, Founding Kindergarten Teacher
- Strategenius
- Inglewood, CA, USA
- 01/30/2025
Job Description
Jabali Academy (JA), an innovative K–8 school opening its doors in fall 2026, is seeking a visionary, authentic educator, culturally grounded in the African diaspora, to serve as its Founding Kindergarten Teacher who will assist with developing necessary administrative processes and duties. This transformative role represents a unique opportunity to help build an educational environment where young minds develop a strong sense of identity through deep engagement with Pan-African history, culture, and contemporary life. JA’s mission is to create a nurturing, academically rigorous learning community where children from diverse racial, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds can see themselves reflected in their education while developing into independent, globally-minded citizens who understand and celebrate their heritage. The Founding Kindergarten Teacher at JA will work in close partnership with Founder and Head of School, Dr. Carroll, to shape the critical first year of Jabali Academy’s program. This educator will play an integral role in bringing to life the school’s vision of an expanded education that combines academic excellence with cultural enrichment, helping to establish an environment where school feels like home while maintaining high academic standards. The ideal candidate will share JA’s commitment to fostering self-discovery, independence, and a deep understanding of Pan-African perspectives while creating engaging learning experiences that meet each student where they are.
SEARCH CALENDAR*
Applications Deadline: February 7, 2025
Semifinalist Interviews: Week of February 17, 2025
Finalist Interviews: Week of March 3, 2025
Announcement: Mid-Late March 2025
Start Date: July 2025
*Approximate dates subject to change
Additional information and full application instructions can be found here:
Leadership Opportunity: Jabali Academy — Strategenius
Please address any questions by email to ara@strategenius.org.
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