4th Grade Teacher

Charter Schools USA (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’s mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. We provide an academically rigorous education that equips students with real-world readiness, preparing them for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to student success from every background, CSUSA closes achievement and opportunity gaps, delivering on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

If you are passionate about inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a 4th Grade Teacher, you will develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, build effective rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop the skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a strong 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 that maximize time on task and provide effective teaching strategies.
• Presents subject matter to students using real-world, application-based examples to maximize learning opportunities.
• Reviews student records to understand each student’s abilities and needs; maintains accurate and complete student records.
• Maximizes the educational achievement of each student through differentiated instruction and a variety of student learning modalities.
• Uses diagnostic assessments frequently to evaluate student learning, provides appropriate activities to address needs, and generates progress reports as required.
• 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; shares this knowledge to improve 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 their 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.
• 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 with other staff members 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 instruction.
• Establishes cooperative relations with parents/guardians and communicates clearly, consistently, and positively via appropriate mediums.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding student records and participates in parent communication activities.
• Participates in extracurricular activities to foster a positive school culture and support students and staff as required.

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.

Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company.
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and the ability to prioritize.
• 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 and communication skills (oral, written, active listening, and negotiating).
• Ability to consistently attend work, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education.

Work Environment

• Usual school working conditions; may be noisy during high student traffic.
• 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 needed to move objects.