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2026-27 MS Language Arts Teacher

Charter Schools USA · Fort Myers, FL · 1 mo ago
EducationFull-time

About Us

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 across 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, equipping students with real-world readiness and preparing them 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™.

About the Role

If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a Middle School Language Arts Teacher, you will create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. You will develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, establish effective rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation.

Responsibilities

  • Plans and implements a program of instruction that adheres to the company's philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
  • Creates purposeful and appropriate lesson plans which provide for effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
  • Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities and provides real-world, application-based examples.
  • Reviews student records to develop a foundation of understanding regarding each student's abilities and needs.
  • Maintains accurate and complete student records.
  • Utilizes a variety of student learning modalities and differentiated instruction within lessons.
  • Uses diagnostic assessment of student learning on a frequent basis and provides appropriate activities to address student needs.
  • Refers students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
  • Assigns lessons, corrects student work, and reviews oral presentations.
  • Coordinates class field trips as required.
  • Prepares students for state-required achievement assessments.
  • Stays current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory, sharing this knowledge for the continual improvement of the school's curriculum.
  • Assists in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.
  • Assists in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
  • Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate to the maturity and interests of students.
  • Maintains positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing to support student growth.
  • Ensures the classroom is clean, safe, and includes student-generated work on display as appropriate.
  • Implements relevant policies governing student conduct and develops reasonable rules of classroom/playground behavior.
  • Participates in curriculum planning with other staff members during designated meetings.
  • Incorporates diagnostic information from students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into instructional planning.
  • Takes necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities needed for the instructional program.
  • Strives to establish cooperative relations and communicates clearly, consistently, and positively with parents/guardians.
  • Maintains confidentiality regarding student records.
  • Participates in parent communication activities and extracurricular activities to support a positive school culture.

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 of successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching Internship experience).
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
  • 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.

Skills

  • Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company.
  • Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize effectively.
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
  • Sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, displaying courtesy, professionalism, and helpfulness.
  • Proficient communication skills: oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), negotiating, and influencing.
  • Ability to be at work consistently, on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
  • Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communications.
  • Commitment to quality, accuracy, and thoroughness in implementing best practices and positive character education.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment includes usual school working conditions. The environment 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 these functions.

  • Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently needed to move objects.
  • Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.

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