Careers
Careers
Why GLA?
Great Lakes Academy offers a fast-paced dynamic work environment with a strong commitment to teamwork, innovation, and most of all, educating out students at a nationally competitive level. We are a growth-oriented work place, and seek team members with strong communication and collaboration skills.
We Offer
Professional Development
- Weekly differentiated professional development for all staff
- 1:1 targeted coaching with an instructional coach or manager
- Teacher leadership pathways and career growth opportunties
Collaboration
- Dedicated grade level and content teams focused on professional learning
- Co-teaching structures in grades K-4
- Additional student support provided by Academic and Behavioral Interventionist, Divest Learner Teachers, Paraeducators, and School Social Worker
Benefits
- Competitive salaries (first year teachers starting at $58,834) with annual raises
- Diverse Learner ($5000), Teacher Leadership ($2500-$4500), and ESL ($1500) stipends
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Pension and 403B matches
Innovation
- As a singe site charter school we are able to pivor quickly in the face of challenges
- We strive to be innovative through our structures and programming - such as:
- After-school Enrichment
- Art, Music, and Character & Fitness courses
- Recently renovated campus with a new Enrichment Center and Makers' Space
What We Look For
Growth Mindset
Learning never stops. Growth happens to everyone, every day, students and staff alike. We believe there is no failure, only feedback, and new opportunity. We look for team members who are eager to learn and grow
Leadership & Collaboration
We succeed as a team. Our team members collaborate constantly throughout the day and we look for staff who are eager to grow as leaders and support one another.
Goal-Orientation
Outcomes matter. We look for team members who identify goals and do what it takes to accomplish them. We focus on results and on making data-driven decisions.
Mission
We take our mission seriously and are eager to work with team members who are dedicated to working towards education equity. We take responsibility for our students and their futures.
Apply to Join Our Team:
Click the links below or view all open roles on our job board.
2025-26 SCHOOL YEAR OPENINGS
Elementary Special Education Teacher - Self-Contained: Internalize and teach grade level content with appropriate accommodations to students with IEP's in a self-contained classroom.
Middle School Special Education Teacher - Co-Taught Math: Internalize and co-teach grade level math content to students in a general education classroom. Collaborate with the math teacher to provide accommodations and specialized instructional supports to all learners.
1st Grade Reading & Writing Teacher: Internalize and teach our rigorous curriculum (reading and writing) and guided reading groups to 1st grade, two homerooms.
3rd Grade Math Teacher: Internalize and teach our rigorous math curriculum to 3rd grade (two homerooms) and social studies.
5th Grade Reading & Writing Teacher: Internalize and teach our rigorous curriculum (reading and writing) to one grade level (5th), two homerooms.
7th Grade Reading & Writing Teacher: Internalize and teach our rigorous curriculum (reading and writing) to one grade level (7th), two homerooms.
7th and 8th Grade Science Teacher: Internalize and teach our rigorous science curriculum to two grade levels (7th and 8th), two homerooms each.
Middle School Music Teacher (5th-8th Grade): Teach music curricula of your choosing that will teach them foundations of music and engage students.
Other Opportunities: If you don’t see a specific role you would like to apply for at this time, you can share your information via GLA’s talent pipeline form. We will reach out if positions open that align to your interests and experience.
Teacher Salary Information
Teacher salaries are based on years of certified lead teaching experience. GLA will honor up to 14 years of external experience
GLA pays additional stipend or salary for the following roles
- ESL Certification - $1,500
- LBS1 Certification - $5,000
- PEL Certification - $2,500 (must be teaching in area of licensure endorsement)
- Cluster Leader (K-2, 3-5, 6-8) - $4,500
- $1,200 per trimester for leading After-School programs