Elementary Classroom Teacher

Job Description

Position Type: Elementary Classroom Teacher

District: Manson NW Webster

Location: THRIVE Academy

Do you believe young students thrive best when they feel safe, understood, and supported? Are you passionate about building strong foundations in academics, social skills, and emotional regulation-especially for children who have experienced trauma or significant challenges? If so, THRIVE Academy is the place for you.

THRIVE Academy is a Trauma-Informed, Therapeutic school serving students in grades K–12 from 27+ partner districts across Iowa. As part of the Manson Northwest Webster Community School District, THRIVE provides an alternative educational setting for students with social-emotional, behavioral, and mental health needs.

Our elementary program is intentionally designed with small class sizes, high levels of adult support, and a student-centered approach, helping students build the academic, behavioral, and social-emotional skills needed to successfully transition back to their resident districts.

We are seeking a Full-Time Elementary Classroom Teacher to work primarily with students in grades K–4 in a self-contained classroom of up to 7 students. This role blends strong instructional practices with intentional social-emotional and behavioral supports.

At THRIVE, elementary teachers teach more than content-they help students develop trust, self-regulation, and confidence while fostering a love of learning in a safe and nurturing environment.

• Teach students in grades K–4 across core academic areas and social skills.
• Create and maintain a structured, safe, and supportive classroom environment.
• Deliver differentiated instruction to meet diverse academic and developmental needs.
• Integrate social-emotional learning and behavior skill development into daily instruction.
• Utilize effective de-escalation strategies to support students during moments of dysregulation.
• Demonstrate strong classroom management and relationship-building practices.
• Collaborate closely with special education staff, student support staff, and administrators.
• Monitor, document, and communicate student progress academically, behaviorally, and socially.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and reflective practice.

• A patient, flexible, and compassionate educator who enjoys working with young learners.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Understanding of or willingness to learn trauma-informed and therapeutic practices.
• Ability to meet students where they are and celebrate growth-big and small.
• Commitment to helping students develop skills needed for successful.

• Iowa Teaching License
• K–6 Elementary Classroom Teacher Endorsement

• Very small class sizes (up to 8 students)
• High levels of adult support and collaboration
• Opportunity to make a lasting impact during a critical developmental stage
• Ongoing professional development in trauma-informed education
• A school culture grounded in relationships, empathy, and growth

At THRIVE Academy, elementary teachers help students rediscover safety in school, build essential life skills, and believe in themselves as learners.

Apply today and be part of a team where your work truly changes lives.