3rd Grade Social Studies Teacher

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 closes achievement and opportunity gaps, embodying the promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

Join a team dedicated to 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. As a 3rd Grade Teacher, you will develop lesson plans, build rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge aligned with their abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of instruction adhering to CSUSA’s philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Creates purposeful, effective lesson plans that maximize time on task and provide real-world, application-based learning opportunities.
• Presents subject matter to students to maximize learning, using differentiated instruction and a variety of learning modalities.
• Reviews student records to understand individual abilities and needs; maintains accurate and complete student records.
• Maximizes educational achievement for each student through frequent diagnostic assessments and tailored activities.
• 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 and prepares students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Stays current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory, sharing insights for curriculum improvement.
• Assists in curriculum revision, including updating written courses of study and selecting instructional materials.
• Creates a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Maintains positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing to support growth.
• Ensures the classroom is clean, safe, and displays student-generated work as appropriate.
• Implements relevant policies governing student conduct and develops fair, consistent classroom rules.
• Develops lesson plans aligned with established guidelines and participates in curriculum planning meetings.
• Incorporates diagnostic information from Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into instructional planning.
• Takes precautions to protect supplies, equipment, and facilities for effective instruction.
• Establishes cooperative relations with parents/guardians and communicates clearly and positively.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding student records and participates in parent communication activities.
• Engages in 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.
• Valid teaching certification (as appropriate).
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years of successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching Internship).
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
• Command of grade/subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory.
• Understanding of and commitment to CSUSA’s values.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.

Skills

• Enthusiasm and commitment to the role and CSUSA’s mission.
• Strong time management, organizational, and prioritization skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, and the community.
• Sensitivity to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and public image.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (oral, written, active listening, negotiating), and presentation skills.
• Ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback for improvement.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and best practices in education.
• Adherence to the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Work Environment

• Usual office working conditions.
• Light physical work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds frequently.
• Travel within or outside of state may be required.

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