4th Grade Teacher

Charter Schools USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Job Purpose As a Fourth Grade Teacher, you will develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, build rapport with students, staff and parents, and motivate learners toward academic success. Responsibilities Plan and implement a program of instruction that adheres to the company's philosophy, goals and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study. Makes purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task. Present subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provide real‑world, application‑based examples. Review student records to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student’s abilities and needs. Maintain accurate and complete student records. Strive to maximize the educational achievement of each student. Utilize a variety/range of student learning modalities in each lesson and use differentiated instruction within those lessons. Utilize diagnostic assessment of student learning on a frequent basis. Maintain accurate student records. Assess student strengths and weaknesses on a frequent basis, provide appropriate activities to address student needs, and generate progress reports as required. Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel. Assign lessons, correct student work product, and review oral presentations. Coordinate class field trips (as required). Prepare students for state‑required achievement assessments. Keep current in subject‑matter knowledge and learning theory; share this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum. Assist in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study. Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials. Become acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities. Classroom Environment Conducive to Learning Create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interests of students. Maintain positive rapport with students; demonstrate patience and appropriate nurturing to assist in the growth of the child. Ensure the classroom is clean, safe and includes student‑generated work on display as appropriate. Implement all relevant policies governing student conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom/playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and guidelines and maintain order in the classroom in a fair and consistent manner. Instructional Planning Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals. Plan individual and group learning activities designed to meet instructional objectives and students’ needs. Prepare for classes assigned and show evidence of preparation upon request of supervisory personnel. Participate with other staff members in curriculum planning during designated meetings. Incorporate all diagnostic information required in the student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP). Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities needed to implement effectively the planned instructional program. School/Community Relations Strive to establish cooperative relations and make reasonable effort to communicate with parents/guardians when appropriate. Communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums. Cooperate with members of the administration, other staff and with CSUSA. Maintain confidentiality regarding student records. Participate in parent communication activities. Participate in extracurricular activities to ensure a positive school culture and provide support for students and staff (as required). Requirements Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Possess strong time management and organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. Have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Be sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves. Possess excellent interpersonal skills and display courtesy, professionalism, and helpfulness toward all stakeholders. Possess excellent communication skills: oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), negotiating and influencing. Have the ability to be at work consistently, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance. Demonstrate proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications. Look for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness. Strive to implement best practices and positive character education consistently. Job Requirements Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent. Possession of valid teaching certification (as appropriate). Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years’ successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching Internship experience). Equivalent combination of education and experience. Command of grades/subject‑specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation, and feedback techniques. Understanding of and commitment to company values. Successful results of criminal and employment background check. Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills. Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession. Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable. May perform other duties as assigned. Work Environment While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter: Usual school working conditions. May be noisy during high student traffic. Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. No physical exertion required. Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity. Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects. FLSA Overtime Category Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act. #J-18808-Ljbffr