1st Grade Teacher

About the Role

Join Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) as a 1st Grade Teacher and be part of a team dedicated to a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. CSUSA is one of the largest and highest-performing education management companies in the United States, serving over 82,000 students in more than 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA equips students with an academically rigorous education, preparing them for college or career after graduation. We are committed to closing achievement and opportunity gaps, ensuring Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ for every student.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction aligned with CSUSA's philosophy, goals, and adopted courses of study.
• Develop purposeful lesson plans with effective teaching strategies, maximizing time on task.
• Present subject matter with real-world, application-based examples to enhance learning.
• Review and maintain accurate student records, assessing strengths and weaknesses regularly.
• Utilize diagnostic assessments and differentiated instruction to address student needs.
• Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
• Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
• Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Contribute to curriculum revision and selection of instructional materials.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, maintaining order and safety.
• Establish positive rapport with students, parents, and staff.
• Participate in extracurricular activities and parent communication to support school culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university.
• Valid teaching certification.
• Minimum of 1–3 years of successful teaching experience (may include student teaching internship).
• Command of grade/subject-specific content and learning theory.
• Understanding of and commitment to CSUSA's values.
• Successful completion of criminal and employment background check.

Skills

• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with students, parents, and staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written, active listening).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, Student Information System (SIS), and email.
• Commitment to best practices and positive character education.

Work Environment

Usual school working conditions with occasional noise during high student traffic. Light physical work, exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally or up to 10 pounds frequently. Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.

FLSA Overtime Category

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.