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Homer Plessy Community Schools

Our Mission & Vision
Homer Plessy Community Schools foster academic learning through the arts in joyful and diverse environments.  We develop creative, critical, and responsible thinkers who are prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Our Core Values

Individuality • Curiosity • Mindfulness • Purposefulness • Courage

Why Teach With Us?

At Homer Plessy Community Schools, we believe that strong systems and thoughtful support allow teachers to focus on what matters most—student learning and growth.

Built-In Time for What Matters

  • 90 minutes of daily planning time to collaborate, prepare, and reflect
  • 30-minute duty-free lunch each day
  • Core teachers do not cover lunch or recess duties

Strong Teaching Conditions

  • Smaller class sizes that allow for deeper relationships and differentiated instruction
  • A supportive instructional environment with coaching and collaboration
  • A commitment to high-quality curriculum and continuous improvement

Work-Life Balance

  • School day ends at 4:00 PM; teachers are free to leave with no required meetings after, except for Wednesdays, when PD ends at 4:45. 
03/30/2026
Full time
Instructional Coach / Academic Leader (K–8)
Homer Plessy Community Schools
Role Overview As an Instructional Coach / Academic Leader, you will serve as a key member of the Academic Team, providing instructional coaching and strategic support to teachers to strengthen Tier 1 and targeted instruction through data-driven practices, high-quality curriculum implementation, and collaborative coaching. Depending on your role, you will support instruction within a specific content area (Humanities or STEM) or across content areas (SPED leadership). Core curricula include: Arts & Letters (ELA) Bayou Bridges (Social Studies) Illustrative Mathematics Amplify Science At Homer Plessy Community Schools, we are committed to meeting every student where they are and equipping educators with the tools, strategies, and support necessary to accelerate student learning. This role is central to ensuring all students have access to rigorous, grade-level instruction. Core Responsibilities Instructional Coaching & Teacher Development Coach...
02/12/2026
Full time
Substitute Teachers
Homer Plessy Community Schools
We are always looking for interested Substitute Teachers for our elementary and middle school (PK - 8th grade). If you are interested, please complete the application  above.  
02/12/2026
Full time
2026-2027 Middle School Special Education Teacher
Homer Plessy Community Schools
Job Title: Lead Teacher Reports to: Director of Middle School Primary responsibilities include: ● Implementing and fostering a joyful classroom environment and encouraging all learners in a child-centered approach. ● Creating and implementing authentic Arts-Integrated instruction and Project-Based Learning practices in an academically rigorous setting. ● Teaching the whole child, including social/emotional learning, with a focus on logical and restorative approaches to problem solving. ● Providing thoughtful differentiated instruction to each student. ● Building and maintaining strong relationships with parents and families through open, consistent, and positive communication. ● Creating and/or maintaining appropriate records and assessments. ● Developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies in collaboration with student support staff. ● Maintaining professional competence through participation in professional development opportunities. ● Consistently...
02/12/2026
Full time
2026-2027 Elementary Special Education Teacher
Homer Plessy Community Schools
Job Title: Lead Teacher Reports to: Director of Middle School Primary responsibilities include: ● Implementing and fostering a joyful classroom environment and encouraging all learners in a child-centered approach. ● Creating and implementing authentic Arts-Integrated instruction and Project-Based Learning practices in an academically rigorous setting. ● Teaching the whole child, including social/emotional learning, with a focus on logical and restorative approaches to problem solving. ● Providing thoughtful differentiated instruction to each student. ● Building and maintaining strong relationships with parents and families through open, consistent, and positive communication. ● Creating and/or maintaining appropriate records and assessments. ● Developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies in collaboration with student support staff. ● Maintaining professional competence through participation in professional development opportunities. ● Consistently...
02/12/2026
Full time
2026-2027 Elementary School Teacher
Homer Plessy Community Schools
Job Title: Lead Teacher Reports to: Director of Middle School Primary responsibilities include: ● Implementing and fostering a joyful classroom environment and encouraging all learners in a child-centered approach. ● Creating and implementing authentic Arts-Integrated instruction and Project-Based Learning practices in an academically rigorous setting. ● Teaching the whole child, including social/emotional learning, with a focus on logical and restorative approaches to problem solving. ● Providing thoughtful differentiated instruction to each student. ● Building and maintaining strong relationships with parents and families through open, consistent, and positive communication. ● Creating and/or maintaining appropriate records and assessments. ● Developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies in collaboration with student support staff. ● Maintaining professional competence through participation in professional development opportunities. ● Consistently...
02/12/2026
Full time
2026-2027 Middle School Teacher
Homer Plessy Community Schools
Job Title: Lead Teacher Reports to: Director of Middle School Primary responsibilities include: ● Implementing and fostering a joyful classroom environment and encouraging all learners in a child-centered approach. ● Creating and implementing authentic Arts-Integrated instruction and Project-Based Learning practices in an academically rigorous setting. ● Teaching the whole child, including social/emotional learning, with a focus on logical and restorative approaches to problem solving. ● Providing thoughtful differentiated instruction to each student. ● Building and maintaining strong relationships with parents and families through open, consistent, and positive communication. ● Creating and/or maintaining appropriate records and assessments. ● Developing and implementing appropriate intervention strategies in collaboration with student support staff. ● Maintaining professional competence through participation in professional development opportunities. ● Consistently...
11/12/2025
Full time
Special Education Substitute Teachers
Homer Plessy Community Schools
We are always looking for interested Special Education substitute teachers. If you are interested, please complete the application  above.