Gifted Teacher

Introduction As a pioneer in the Charter school movement, Charter Schools USA is one of the fastest-growing education management organizations in the United States, providing a wide variety of educational choices to over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across Florida, South Carolina, North Carolina, and Louisiana. Charter Schools USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Overview Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools in four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA provides an academically rigorous education to students equipping them with real world readiness, prepared for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™. Job Purpose To join a team of people with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life ™. If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As a Gifted Teacher, you will develop lesson plans that align with established guidelines and NAGC best practices while fostering effective relationships with students, staff members, and parents. Your role will involve implementing the CSUSA Educational Model, which emphasizes personalized learning, high academic standards, and a commitment to character development. Responsibilities In your instructional role, you will plan and implement a gifted education program that adheres to the company's philosophy and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study. This includes creating purposeful lesson plans that utilize effective teaching strategies, aligning with NAGC's best practices, such as using varied instructional strategies to engage diverse learners and promoting critical and creative thinking. You will assess student needs and abilities through regular evaluations, maintaining accurate and complete records to inform your instructional practices. Your goal will be to maximize educational achievement by employing differentiated instruction techniques that respect and respond to student diversity, as recommended by NAGC. You will implement self-contained gifted practices and inclusion strategies that promote engagement and achievement for all learners, ensuring that each student receives appropriate challenges and opportunities for growth. Frequent diagnostic assessments will help you evaluate student learning and provide appropriate activities that address their diverse needs. Additionally, you will coordinate class field trips and prepare students for state-required achievement assessments. Staying current in your subject matter knowledge and learning theory, as well as in best practices for gifted education, is crucial. You will assist in the ongoing revision of the curriculum, including the selection of instructional materials that reflect NAGC standards for gifted education and align with the CSUSA Educational Model. Provide a Classroom Environment Conducive to Learning You will create a classroom environment that is conducive to learning and aligns with the maturity and interests of your gifted students. Maintaining a positive rapport with students while demonstrating patience and nurturing will be essential for their growth. You will ensure that the classroom is clean, safe, and showcases student-generated work. Implementing relevant policies governing student conduct and developing reasonable rules will help maintain order fairly and consistently. Instructional Planning Your responsibilities will include developing lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and objectives. You will plan individual and group learning activities tailored to meet instructional objectives and student needs, incorporating NAGC's recommendations for flexible grouping and curriculum compacting. Evidence of preparation for classes will be expected upon request from supervisory personnel. You will participate in curriculum planning meetings with other staff members and incorporate diagnostic information as required in students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs). Taking necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, and materials will be part of your planning. School/Community Relations Establishing cooperative relationships with parents and guardians is vital, and you will strive to communicate clearly and positively using appropriate mediums. Collaboration with administration, other staff members, and CSUSA will be key in maintaining confidentiality regarding student records and participating in parent communication activities. Your involvement in extracurricular activities will support a positive school culture and provide additional support for students and staff as required. Requirements Demonstrates 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. Possesses strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively. Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative. Is sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful. Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing. Has the ability to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance. Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness. Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently. Job Requirements You should demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to your position and the mission of the company. A Master's degree in Education or a related field is required, along with valid state certification for Gifted Education or a willingness to work towards certification in Gifted Education in alignment with state requirements. A minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of successful teaching experience, which may include Student Teaching Internship experience, is preferred. You must establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, and the community while being sensitive to corporate needs and public image. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills--both oral and written--are necessary for success in this role. You should have a consistent attendance record, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and seek feedback for improvement. Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information Systems (SIS), and email communications is required. You should continuously seek ways to improve quality and demonstrate accuracy and thoroughness, striving to implement best practices in gifted education as outlined by the NAGC and within the framework of the CSUSA Educational Model. 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