HS Science Teacher/ Chemistry

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, delivering on the promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

If you love inspiring and motivating young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a High School Science Teacher, you will create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment favorable to student learning and personal growth. You will develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines, establish effective rapport with students, staff, and parents, and motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge to provide an effective educational foundation.

Responsibilities

• Plans and implements a program of instruction adhering to the company's philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in adopted courses of study.
• Creates purposeful and appropriate lesson plans that maximize time on task and provide real-world, application-based learning opportunities.
• Reviews student records to understand each student's abilities and needs; maintains accurate and complete student records.
• Maximizes educational achievement for each student using a variety of learning modalities and differentiated instruction.
• Conducts frequent diagnostic assessments of student learning, provides appropriate activities to address needs, and generates progress reports.
• 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; shares knowledge for continual curriculum improvement.
• 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 student maturity and interests.
• Maintains positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing to support 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.
• Participates in curriculum planning with other staff members and incorporates diagnostic information from student IEPs.
• Takes necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, and facilities for effective instruction.
• Strives to establish cooperative relations and communicates clearly and positively with parents/guardians.
• 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.

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 grades/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 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: courteous, professional, and helpful with all stakeholders.
• Strong communication skills: oral (including presentations), written, interpersonal (active listening), negotiating, and influencing.
• Ability to be at work consistently, on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email communications.
• Commitment to quality, accuracy, and thoroughness; implements best practices and positive character education consistently.

Work Environment

• May be around or handling hazardous chemicals.
• Environment 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 needed to move objects.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.