Elem-Middle Music Teacher

About the Company

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 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 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 appropriate lesson plans that maximize time on task and provide real-world, application-based learning opportunities.
• Present subject matter to students to maximize learning, using varied instructional techniques and differentiated instruction.
• Review student records to understand each student’s abilities and needs; maintain accurate and complete student records.
• Maximize educational achievement for each student through frequent diagnostic assessments and tailored activities.
• 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; share insights for curriculum improvement.
• Assist in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including updating written courses of study.
• Assist in selecting books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Familiarize yourself with supplemental services beneficial to students as extensions of 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 displays student-generated work.
• Implement relevant policies governing student conduct.
• Develop reasonable rules of classroom and playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and maintain fair, consistent order.
• Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and plan individual/group learning activities to meet instructional objectives.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show evidence of preparation upon request.
• Participate in curriculum planning with other staff members during designated meetings.
• Incorporate diagnostic information from students’ Individual Education Plans (IEPs) into planning.
• Take necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities for effective instruction.
• Strive to establish cooperative relations and communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents/guardians.
• 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.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.

Skills

• Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the company’s mission.
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administration.
• 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 consistently attend work, be on time, 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.
• Commitment to improving and promoting quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques.

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment includes usual school 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 to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• 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 is required.