Elem-Middle Music 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 to equip 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, 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 putting students first, CSUSA is the right place for you. As an Elementary/Middle Music Teacher, you will create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment that fosters student learning and personal growth. You will develop lesson plans aligned with established guidelines, build rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge for a strong educational foundation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a program of instruction adhering to the company’s philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in adopted courses of study.
• Create purposeful and effective lesson plans that maximize time on task and provide real-world, application-based learning opportunities.
• Present subject matter to students to maximize learning, using a variety of instructional strategies and differentiated instruction.
• Review student records to understand each student’s abilities and needs, maintaining accurate and complete records.
• Assess student strengths and weaknesses frequently, provide appropriate activities to address needs, and generate progress reports as required.
• Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel.
• Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
• Coordinate class field trips as required.
• Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Stay current in subject matter knowledge and learning theory, sharing insights for continual improvement of the school’s curriculum.
• Assist in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including updating written courses of study.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Become familiar with supplemental services beneficial to students as extensions of regular classroom activities.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning, appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Maintain positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing to support their growth.
• Ensure the classroom is clean, safe, and includes student-generated work on display.
• Implement relevant policies governing student conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom and playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and guidelines, maintaining order fairly and consistently.
• Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and plan individual/group learning activities to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show evidence of preparation upon request from supervisory personnel.
• Participate in curriculum planning during designated meetings.
• Incorporate diagnostic information from students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into instructional planning.
• Take necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities needed for effective instruction.
• Strive to establish cooperative relations and communicate with parents/guardians when appropriate.
• Communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums.
• Cooperate with administration, staff, and CSUSA.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records.
• Participate 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.

Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the company’s mission.
• 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 a cooperative attitude.
• Strong communication skills: oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), and negotiating.
• Ability to be at work consistently, on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information Systems (SIS), and email.
• Commitment to improving and promoting quality, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Work Environment

• Usual school working conditions, which may be noisy during high student traffic.

Physical Demands

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• No significant physical exertion required.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.