Build the Future of Education at Telra Institute
Middle/High School/College History Teaching Position
At Telra Institute, we aren’t just running a school—we’re redefining what’s possible in education. Based in Charlotte, NC, we are a cutting-edge charter school built for advanced learners, and we’re looking for elite educators ready to join us in shaping the future.
If you’re an ambitious, mission-driven teacher (or potential teacher) who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment, this is your moment. Telra is where top talent, innovation, and passion come together to raise the bar on education.
Share your passion for the journey of humanity and the legacy of the civilizations that formed who we are today. Inspire our young people with stories of the past and help us build in them an appreciation for the great people, ideas, and accomplishments of ages past. Join the history department at Telra.
Telra Institute is a K-12 charter school with a dual enrollment partnership with Central Piedmont Community College. Telra teachers have opportunities to teach across multiple grade levels and history opportunities are open at the middle school, high school, and college level.)
Why Telra?
We don’t just talk about supporting teachers—we engineer an environment where you can thrive:
✅ Focused & resourced classes of advanced, motivated learners.
✅ Safe & peaceful classrooms—designed for real teaching, not just classroom management.
✅ 60+ minutes of daily planning time to focus on great instruction.
✅ 30-minute duty-free lunch—because you deserve it.
✅ Unparalleled professional development—we invest in your growth.
✅ Supportive colleagues & families who are aligned with our mission.
✅ Competitive salary & strong performance-based incentives—because great work should be rewarded.
Mindsets and Skills We’re Looking For
The best educators don’t just teach—they build, innovate, and inspire. At Telra, we need trailblazers who:
- Love working with advanced learners and want to help them reach their full potential.
- Know their subject deeply and have a visible passion to share it with others
- Thrive in a high-expectation, structured environment.
- Embrace innovation and are always looking for ways to improve.
- Hold themselves (and others) to the highest professional standards.
- Communicate effectively with students, colleagues, and parents.
- Use data, technology, and creativity to maximize learning.
Who We’re Not Looking For
❌ If you’re satisfied with the teacher you are today, this isn’t for you.
At Telra, true pros are always learning. Whether you're a first-year teacher or an award-winner, we expect you to show up curious, humble, and ready to grow into your greatest potential.
❌ If you’re chasing comfort, you’ll be uncomfortable here.
Yes, our students are a joy to teach. Yes, our facilities are safe and modern. Yes, we provide curriculum and resources. But intellectually? You’ll be stretched. Students and staff grow best when they’re a little bit uncomfortable. We push the best teachers to push themselves—to inspire, engage, and teach with energy, passion, and rigor every single day.
❌ If your day ends when the bell rings, keep looking.
Champions don’t clock out—they obsess over their craft. We want teammates who:
- Replay lessons on the drive home, figuring out how to nail it tomorrow.
- Explore new teaching methods just because they’re curious.
- Come up with some of their best ideas in the shower—and can’t wait to share them.
❌ If you’re unwilling to embrace our style of teaching, this isn’t your place.
The best schools have a “house style.” At Telra, we’re developing an evidence-informed approach to learning—crafted through research, experience, and results. For example, our teachers lead from the front with explicit instruction and teach students seated in rows. Students wear uniforms, and teachers dress in business casual attire. We focus on the curriculum and minimize distractions, treating every moment with our students as precious. Some might label this “traditional,” but it’s grounded in the latest cognitive science, and we can't solve the education crisis in this country by doing more of what everyone else is doing. We want teachers who are eager to master our style first—then help us refine and elevate it through creativity and excellence.
❌ If you think feedback is criticism, this isn’t your place.
The best athletes work closely with coaches because they know feedback is a gift. We grow fast because we learn fast. That means giving and receiving direct, constructive, and precise feedback—early, often, and without ego. We’re not here to protect feelings. We’re here to build greatness—together.
❌ If you believe 'good enough' is good enough, it won’t be here.
Telra is for relentless improvers. We celebrate victories, but we’re obsessed with the next level. If your mindset is “That’s fine” instead of “How can this be better?”—we’re not the school for you.
❌ If you see teaching as just a job, you’ll be miserable here.
This is mission work. We’re here because we believe deeply that education changes lives. We want teammates who feel the same—who wake up excited to shape minds, build futures, and leave a legacy.
Qualifications
Required
- Bachelor's Degree (or higher) in History, Classics, or a related field
- Passion for education & commitment to innovation
- Proactive in seeking & sharing new learning strategies
Preferred
- Professional teaching license (or ambition to obtain one)
- Previous experience as a teacher, tutor, or teaching assistant
Fast-Track Your Application
We hire top-tier talent, fast. Want to jump to the front of the line?
➡ Complete our pre-assessment now. You’ll be asked questions about communication, personality, and problem-solving. https://bit.ly/TelraCandidate2025
Join Us. Build With Us. Grow With Us.
At Telra, you’re not just taking a job—you’re joining a movement. If you’re ready to be part of something bigger, apply today and help us create the future of education.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year (and beyond with performance based bonuses)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $40,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
