Teaching Jobs in Arkansas
Teach in Arkansas
There are nearly 500,000 students enrolled in the 3,667 private and public k-12 schools in Arkansas. Parents may enroll their children in one of the 267 traditional public and charter schools in the state. If you are looking for a teaching position in Arkansas, you have a wide variety of choices available including elementary, middle, and high school teaching jobs.
Arkansas school districts large and small provide a variety of teaching options. Larger school districts like Little Rock, Springdale, Bentonville, and Fort Smith, AR are always looking for qualified teaching candidates. But there’s no shortage of opportunities if you want to teach in one of the smaller Arkansas communities like Jasper, Pine Bluff, or DeWitt. There are also possible teaching positions in popular tourist areas like Eureka Springs and Hot Springs. Public schools in Arkansas need qualified teachers for various grades and subjects.
Arkansas Teacher Qualifications and Certifications
To become a certified teacher in Arkansas, you’ll need to complete three steps. First, teacher candidates must complete an approved teacher preparation program along with earning an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. Prior to being admitted into a teacher education program, you’ll need to take the Praxis I/PPST and the Praxis II: Principles of Learning and Teaching. After you have satisfied these requirements, you can make an application for an Educator’s License. Arkansas has two levels of licensure. A provisional certificate allows individuals to teach while finishing coursework and tests. Then the Arkansas educator credentials can be pursued.
Let us help you find a teaching job in Arkansas. We have lists of open teaching positions in traditional public and charter schools as well as in private school settings. Schools across the state are looking for qualified candidates and have needs from secondary subject courses to the elementary classroom. Whether you want to settle mid-state near Conway, Little Rock, or Russelville, or prefer outlying areas such as Arkadelphia, El Dorado, or Monticello, AR, we can help you find the right job.
New Grads Welcome | Travel Contracts for Teachers | General and Special Education Needs Open
Travel Teachers – Multiple Subject Openings | New Orleans, LA
Elementary | Science | Math | Special Education | ESL | English
Blazer Jobs: Supporting Those Who Make Lives Better
Blazer Jobs proudly partners with school districts across the nation to connect educators with purpose-driven career opportunities. Our mission — we make life better for those who make lives better — is at the core of every placement. We are currently hiring travel teachers for multiple subject areas in New Orleans, LA for full-time, 9-month school-based contracts.
Whether you're a seasoned teacher or exploring new districts through travel assignments, this opportunity combines professional impact with cultural richness.
Open Roles Include:
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Elementary Education Teacher
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Science Teacher
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Math Teacher
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Special Education Teacher
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ESL (English as a Second Language) Teacher
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English Language Arts Teacher
Compensation & Benefits
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Weekly take-home pay between $1300–$1500, depending on experience and assignment
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Tax-free stipends available for housing and meals
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Licensure reimbursement for certification costs
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Full suite of benefits: medical, dental, and vision
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401(k) with employer match
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CEU reimbursement and dedicated professional development support
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Flexible scheduling aligned to full academic year
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Personalized support from your Blazer Jobs advisor from day one
Position Summary
As a travel teacher in one of these core academic areas, you’ll deliver high-quality, engaging instruction aligned with Louisiana state standards. You’ll manage classroom dynamics, create inclusive lesson plans, assess student learning, and work closely with school staff and families to support academic success. Whether supporting foundational literacy or leading advanced math instruction, you will play a direct role in students’ educational journeys.
Licensure Requirements
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Must hold a valid or expired state teaching license specific to the subject you are applying for (e.g., Elementary Education, Secondary Math, SPED, ESL, etc.)
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Bachelor’s degree in education or related field required
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Louisiana Department of Education (LDOE) will assist with certification processing once a district offer is made
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Must pass background and fingerprint screening prior to start
Blazer Jobs will walk you through all credentialing and compliance steps with support from the district.
Why This Role Matters
Travel teachers bring fresh energy, adaptive expertise, and instructional excellence to the students who need them most. Your ability to step into a new community, embrace its needs, and contribute with confidence will have a lasting impact—on students and your own professional growth.
Apply Today
Bring your expertise to New Orleans and help shape the future of local students. To apply, reach out to:
Nicole Forgette, Recruiting Advisor
Email your resume: nicole.forgette@blazerjobs.com
Call or Text Direct: 813-792-3405