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, 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

If you are passionate about inspiring and motivating young learners and want to prioritize students in education, CSUSA offers an opportunity to join a team dedicated to a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. 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 CSUSA’s philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in adopted courses of study.
• Develop purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that maximize time on task and incorporate real-world, application-based learning opportunities.
• Present subject matter effectively to maximize learning, utilizing a variety of student learning modalities and differentiated instruction.
• Review student records to understand individual abilities and needs, maintaining accurate and complete student records.
• Assess student strengths and weaknesses frequently, providing appropriate activities to address needs and generating 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 curriculum improvement.
• Assist in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including the revision of written courses of study.
• Assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Familiarize yourself 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, ensuring it is clean, safe, and displays student-generated work.
• Maintain positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing to support their growth.
• Develop and enforce reasonable rules of classroom and playground behavior in accordance with CSUSA policy and guidelines.
• Prepare for assigned classes and show evidence of preparation upon request from supervisory personnel.
• Participate in curriculum planning with other staff members 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 for effective instruction.
• Strive to establish cooperative relations and communicate with parents/guardians when appropriate, using clear, consistent, and positive methods.
• 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 CSUSA’s 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 CSUSA’s mission.
• Strong time management, organizational skills, and ability to prioritize tasks.
• 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, demonstrating accuracy and thoroughness.
• Strives to implement best practices and positive character education.

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 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 is required.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.