6th Grade Science Teacher (25-26 SY)

Christina School District; New Castle (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate teacher dedicated to making a difference in the lives of students from underserved communities. This role involves planning and implementing engaging lessons, fostering a positive learning environment, and collaborating with colleagues to enhance student achievement. The ideal candidate will be driven, reflective, and committed to academic excellence, ensuring that every student has the opportunity to succeed. Join a dynamic team focused on providing a well-rounded educational experience and making a lasting impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Flexible Spending

Pension Plans

Performance Bonuses

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution required.
• At least one year of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, instruct, assess, and guide students to academic success.
• Create and foster a positive learning environment.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

• Location:
  Charter School of New Castle
  (High-Needs School)
  
  
• Date Available:
  August 2025
  
  
• District:
  Charter School of New Castle

JOB TITLE: Teacher

LOCATION: New Castle, DE 19720

OVERVIEW: Founded in 2006, Charter School of New Castle is split between two buildings, a K-4 Elementary School with about 500 students and a 5-8 Middle School on Lukens Drive in New Castle with about 300 students. Charter School of New Castle is a family-focused charter school that prides itself on staff collaboration and community engagement. We provide our students with a well-rounded educational experience that is intellectually stimulating and builds a foundation for success.

Position Goal: Charter School of New Castle teachers will play an essential role in the growth and development of each of our students. Our teachers own the responsibility to plan, instruct, assess, lead, mentor, and guide each of our students to academic success, overcoming all hurdles and obstacles to ensure academic success. Teachers are responsible for the successful design, development, and implementation of academic lessons, working with other teachers and staff to analyze, assess, and improve the educational experience for our students.

Minimum Requirements:

The ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year educational institution. Eligible for State of Delaware certification as a teacher in grade or content area.
• Experience:
  • At least one year of teaching experience (two years preferred).
  • An outstanding record of elevating student achievement in an urban classroom, with a strong understanding of pedagogy that drives results.
  • Satisfactory criminal, child abuse, and FBI clearances.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
Each of our teachers will:

• Hold high expectations for each student.
• Possess strong knowledge of content area.
• Exhibit positive rapport with students.
• Create and foster a positive learning environment.
• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents.
• Attend weekly department meetings.
• Perform clerical duties as required relating to textbooks, instructional supplies, student reports and records, attendance, etc.

Skills/Traits:
Charter School of New Castle educators must:

• Be driven to improve the minds and lives of students from underserved communities.
• Be dedicated to doing whatever it takes to help ALL students achieve academic success.
• Be passionate about academic learning and insistent on academic excellence and rigor at all times.
• Be self-aware and know how to treat all members of the school community with respect.
• Be reflective and accurately able to appraise his or her strengths and weaknesses.
• Work urgently and be able to juggle multiple tasks and initiatives at once.
• Be detail-oriented and self-directed with the ability to work independently and with a team.
• Act entrepreneurially as an initiator, problem-solver, and creative thinker.
• Be effective communicators with all stakeholders both orally and in written form.

COMMITMENT AND COMPENSATION:
Length of Work Year: 10 months, with occasional evening and weekend commitments required; occasional travel throughout the state and region.

Salary and Benefits: Salary range is based on salary scale with qualifications and experience. Performance bonuses based on exemplary student achievement are available. The state benefit package offers a menu of options including medical, dental, flexible spending, and pension plans.