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Leman Academy of Excellence

Leman Academy of Excellence

Where Children Build Knowledge and Character

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Careers at Leman Academy of Excellence

Teach with purpose. Lead with passion. Make a difference.
Join a community of dedicated educators committed to shaping hearts and minds through classical education.

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Leman Academy – Our Mission & Vision

Leman Academy aligns its culture, curriculum and community with a shared pursuit of excellence – helping teachers and scholars alike live lives of learning and purpose.

“We aim to inspire and retain educators by creating a place where teaching is a calling, not just a career.”
Alexa Goldkuhl – Executive Director of Human Resources

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Why Teach at Leman Academy of Excellence? 

At Leman Academy of Excellence, we rekindle a love for teaching by empowering educators to become the teachers they aspired to be.

Rooted in classical education and Charlotte Mason philosophy, our model focuses on educating the whole child – nurturing character, curiosity and virtue.

Teachers enjoy:

    • Academic freedom to teach with purpose
    • Strong administrative and peer support
    • Collaboration and mentorship
    • Rich professional growth opportunities 
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Why You’ll Love Working Here

Benefits — Pay & Insurance

  • Competitive salary scale (experience & education)
  • Full medical, dental & vision insurance
  • 401(k) with company match

Benefits — Time & Retirement

  • Paid Time Off & paid sick leave
  • 10-month contract with summer break

Benefits — Family Perks

  • Priority enrollment for employees’ children
  • Reduced tuition for preschool & kindergarten
  • Free/discounted after-school care (most campuses)

Professional Growth

  • Ongoing mentorship & training
  • Career pathways across multiple campuses
  • Supportive, community-driven culture

Purpose-Driven Work

  • Classical model rooted in virtue
  • Students who love to learn
  • Families who value education

Balance & Well-Being

  • Supportive teams
  • Flexible schedules
  • Encouraging leadership
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Becoming Part of Our Team

Who We’re Looking For

If you love seeing scholars grow academically and personally and want to impact lives through learning and virtue, you’ll fit right in.
Certification isn’t required, but a bachelor’s degree and subject-area expertise are.

     Your Journey to Join Us

  1. Apply Online
    Submit your application through our careers portal.
  2. Interview & Sample Lesson
    Meet with campus leadership and share a short teaching demonstration.
  3. HR & Background Check
    Our HR team will guide you through references and verification.
  4. Welcome to the Team!
    You’ll receive your offer letter, onboarding details and training schedule.

       Training & Support

New teachers begin approximately two weeks before school starts with a comprehensive training program.

You’ll dive into our mission, classical education model, Charlotte Mason practices, and Dr. Kevin Leman’s philosophy – all while preparing your classroom and connecting with your campus team.

“Don’t worry if you’ve never taught classically – we’ll give you the tools, training and mentorship to succeed.”

Ready to Join Our Team?

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 We’re honored to connect with educators who are driven by purpose and a passion for shaping young minds.

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Phone: (520) 499-1474 (Opt 2)

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Arizona Schools

Central Tucson

6188 E. Pima St.
Tucson, Arizona 85712

Tel: 520-462-1202
Fax: 520-230-2884
Preschool: 520-462-0876

East Tucson

10100 E Golf Links Rd.
Tucson, Arizona 85730

Tel: 520-526-0474
Fax: 520-722-7309
Pre-K: 520-526-0480
After: 520-526-0481

Marana

7720 N Silverbell Rd,
Bldg A, B & C
Tucson, Arizona 85743

Tel: 520-639-8080
Fax: 520-395-1352
Pre-K: 520-639-8071

Mesa

3761 S Power Rd.
Mesa, Arizona 85212

Tel: 602-975-4750
Fax: 480-926-0303

Leman Virtual Academy

6188 E. Pima St.
Tucson, Arizona 85712

Tel: 520-462-0832

Oro Valley

12255 N La Cañada Drive
Oro Valley, Arizona 85755

Tel: 520-912-4005
Fax: 520-344-9690
Pre-K: 520-912-4007

Sierra Vista

1000 E Wilcox Dr
Sierra Vista, Arizona 85635

Tel: 520-352-7780
Fax: 520-459-4387

Arizona Schools Leadership

Chief Education Officer

Bethany Papajohn bethany.papajohn@lemanacademy.org
Tel: 520-499-1474 x2033

Colorado schools

Parker-Stroh Rd

19560 Stroh Rd.
Parker, Colorado 80134

Tel: 720-767-1600
Fax: 303-805-2286

Parker-Bayou Gulch

6405 Estancia Blvd.
Parker, Colorado 80134

Tel: 720-523-9950

Colorado Schools Leadership

Head of Schools Colorado

Dr. Jason Edwards
jason.edwards@lemanacademy.org

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Arizona Public Records Request:

Tracey McCracken
tmccracken@lemanacademy.org
Tel: 520-499-1474

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ESSrecordsAZ@lemanacademy.org
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