ppt for tfa conference nov.2008final
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Overview of Great Hearts Academies for potential faculty candidatesTRANSCRIPT
Great Hearts Academies
Classical Education, Revolutionary Schools
community oriented towards truth, beautysmall classes, dedicated students, a rigorous curriculum, and a
Imagine teaching in a public prep school with
and goodness . . .
Great Hearts Academies
Core Classical Liberal Arts Curriculum
High Academic Expectations
Comprehensive Athletic and Extracurricular Program
Uniforms; Prep School Culture
Students who are curious and diligent
Families that value a rigorous academic environment
www.greatheartsaz.org
Teleos Preparatory Academy
Delivering a Great Hearts Education in an Economically Disadvantaged
Community
• Opening Fall 2009• Located at Pilgrim Rest Baptist Church• 14th St. and Jefferson, downtown Phoenix• Opening with 3rd through 8th grade
Programmatic Supports
Extended Academic Day; Extended Academic Year
Extended Before and After School Programs
Spring School
Culture Camp
Twice Daily Math, Reading and Composition Instruction
Community Outreach
Great Hearts Academieswww.greatheartsaz.org
Great Hearts Academies Faculty
The Life of the Mind; the Study of Great Ideas
Profound Appreciation for the Liberal Arts
Graduate Degrees in the Subjects they Teach
Passion for life-long learning
Heart for working with young people
Benefits of Great Hearts Employment
Avg. class size 18; no class more than 22 students
Classes are run Socratically
Aggressive Salary, Benefits and Performance Bonus package to attract the Best and Brightest
Extensive and Meaningful Professional Development
Opportunity for growth and advancement into Master Teachers and/or Key Administrative Positions
True Community of Learners
Great Hearts Academieswww.greatheartsaz.org
Great Hearts Academieswww.greatheartsaz.org
Standardized Test Performance
Highest-performing prep school enrollment
National Merit finalists and semi-finalists
Enrollment of economically disadvantaged students
College acceptance
Make an Impact on Education in Arizona
Join the
Revolution . . .
1. Apply online at www.greatheartsaz.org2. Follow links for “Careers”3. Enter your email address to receive
career updates!