3rd Grade Lead Teacher (Long-Term Sub) - Full-Time, Lower School

SAIS is a service mark of Southern Association of Independent Schools, Inc.; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Preparatory School seeks a Long-Term Substitute 3rd Grade Lead Teacher to deliver a student-centered core curriculum and character education, collaborating with the instructional team to support a smooth transition to greater independence for upper-elementary students. This full-time maternity-leave coverage is in the Lower School.

The role emphasizes differentiated instruction, citizenship, and consistent progress reporting, with regular parent communications, engagement in

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited university required.
• Master's or other advanced degree preferred.
• A valid teaching certificate preferred but not required.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a lower school and an independent school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Ensure continuity in expectations, curriculum delivery, and student growth.
• Delivers core subject instruction using the adopted curriculum and programs, utilizing a variety of strategies to facilitate higher-level thinking.
• Develops differentiated lesson plans and materials to support small-group instruction and meet the diverse needs of each student.
• Instructs students in citizenship and character development while maintaining a respectful and functional classroom community.
• Evaluates academic and social growth through consistent record-keeping, narrative progress reports, and report cards.
• Communicates regularly with parents through conferences and digital correspondence to discuss student progress and school programming.
• Collaborates with student support members to identify individual needs and address learning or behavioral challenges.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day, such as recess, lunch, and transitions.
• Creates an engaging learning environment through functional displays, interest centers, and the effective use of educational technology.
• Participates in professional growth opportunities, faculty meetings, and committees to support the strategic success of the school.
• Attends required divisional and school-wide events such as open houses, curriculum nights, and guest speakers.
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of Lower School or Head of School.

Skills

Team-oriented

Communication

Organizational skills

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

Charlotte Preparatory School seeks a Long-Term Substitute 3rd Grade Lead Teacher to deliver a student-centered core curriculum and character education, collaborating with the instructional team to support a smooth transition to greater independence for upper-elementary students. This full-time maternity-leave coverage is in the Lower School.

The role emphasizes differentiated instruction, citizenship, and consistent progress reporting, with regular parent communications, engagement in