2nd Grade Teacher

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 for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to student success from every background, CSUSA is closing gaps in achievement and opportunity, embodying the promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Purpose of the Role

To join a team with the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you are passionate about inspiring and motivating young learners and prioritize students in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that ensures every student has the opportunity for success.

Responsibilities

Impact on Education

• Plans and implements a program of instruction adhering to the company’s philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in adopted courses of study.
• Creates purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that provide effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
• Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning opportunities, including 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.
• Maximizes the educational achievement of each student through varied instructional modalities and differentiated instruction.
• Uses diagnostic assessment of student learning frequently and provides appropriate activities to address student needs.
• Generates progress reports as required and 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 continual curriculum improvement.
• 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.
• Becomes acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

Classroom Environment

• 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 child growth.
• Ensures the classroom is clean, safe, and includes student-generated work on display as appropriate.
• Implements relevant policies governing student conduct.
• Develops reasonable rules of classroom and playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and guidelines, maintaining order fairly and consistently.

Instructional Planning

• Develops lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
• Plans individual and group learning activities designed to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
• Prepares for assigned classes and shows evidence of preparation upon request.
• Participates in curriculum planning during designated meetings.
• Incorporates diagnostic information from students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into planning.
• Takes necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities needed for the instructional program.

School and Community Relations

• Establishes cooperative relations and communicates with parents/guardians when appropriate.
• Communicates clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums.
• Cooperates with administration, staff, and CSUSA.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding student records.
• Participates in parent communication activities and extracurricular activities to foster a positive school culture and support students and staff.

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 grade/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.

Qualifications and Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company.
• Supports the company’s values in academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth.
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, community, and administration.
• Sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral, written, active listening, negotiating).
• Ability to consistently attend work, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback for improvement.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness in work.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment includes usual office conditions. The physical demands described are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• No significant physical exertion required.
• Travel within or outside of the state may be required.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently needed to move objects.

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