Math Teacher (5th Grade)

Charter Schools USA; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive work environment

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A leading education management company in Charlotte, NC is seeking an Elementary/Middle School Math Teacher. This role involves creating engaging lesson plans, maintaining student records, and fostering a positive learning environment. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree and a valid teaching certification. The ideal applicant is committed to student success, demonstrates strong interpersonal skills, and is proficient with Microsoft Office tools. This position offers a chance to inspire young learners while adhering to the company's mission of student greatness.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one to three years successful teaching experience.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and communicates effectively.
• Demonstrates enthusiastic commitment to the mission of the company.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement instruction that meets the company's educational goals.
• Create a conducive learning environment for students.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records.

Skills

Strong time management

Organizational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution

Valid teaching certification

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Student Information System (SIS)

Job description

Who We Are

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 more than 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™. We provide an academically rigorous education that equips students with real‑world readiness, preparing them for college or career after graduation. With unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing gaps in achievement and opportunity while keeping our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

Job Purpose

Join a team whose mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you love inspiring young learners and want to put students first in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. We deliver on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™ through an education model that gives every student the opportunity for success. As an Elementary/Middle School Math teacher, you will create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment that fosters 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 aligned with their abilities.

How You Will Impact Education

• Plan and implement an instruction program that adheres to the company’s philosophy, goals, and objectives as outlined in the adopted courses of study.
• Make purposeful and appropriate lesson plans to maximize teaching strategies and time on task.
• Present subject matter to students, maximizing learning opportunities and providing real‑world, application‑based examples.
• Review student records to develop insight into each student’s abilities and needs; maintain accurate student records.
• Strive to maximize the educational achievement of each student.
• Utilize a variety of learning modalities and differentiate instruction within lessons.
• Diagnose student learning frequently and maintain accurate and complete student records.
• Assess student strengths and weaknesses, provide appropriate activities, and generate progress reports as required.
• Refer students with suspected learning problems to appropriate support personnel; correct student work and review oral presentations.
• Coordinate class field trips as required.
• Prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
• Maintain current knowledge of subject matter and learning theory and share this knowledge for continual curriculum improvement.
• Assist in the ongoing curriculum revision process, including written courses of study, and assist in the selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials.
• Become acquainted with supplemental services beneficial to students as an extension of regular classroom activities.

Provide a Classroom Environment Conducive to Learning

• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
• Maintain positive rapport with students, demonstrating patience and nurturing to aid child growth.
• Ensure the classroom is clean, safe, and includes appropriate student‑generated work on display; implement all relevant conduct policies.
• Develop reasonable classroom and playground rules in accordance with CSUSA policy; maintain fair and consistent order.

Instructional Planning

• Develop lesson plans consistent with established guidelines and goals.
• Plan individualized and group learning activities to meet instructional objectives and student needs.
• Prepare for assigned classes and demonstrate preparation upon supervisor request.
• Participate in curriculum planning during designated staff meetings.
• Incorporate diagnostic information from a student’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) into planning.
• Take necessary precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities for effective instruction.

School/Community Relations

• Establish cooperative relations and communicate with parents/guardians when appropriate.
• Communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents via appropriate mediums; cooperate with administration, staff, and CSUSA.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records.
• Participate in parent communication activities.
• Participate in extracurricular activities to support a positive school culture.

Required Qualifications and Skills

• Enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the company’s mission and values.
• Strong time‑management and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, community, and administration.
• Excellent interpersonal skills; courteous, professional, and considerate.
• Exceptional oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills; active listening and negotiation.
• Reliability and ability to follow instructions, respond to management, and seek feedback for improvement.
• Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS), and email.
• Commitment to continuous improvement, accuracy, and best practices.
• Dedication to positive character education.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent; possession of a valid teaching certification as appropriate.
• One to three years of successful teaching experience (including Student Teaching Internship experience) or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Command of grade‑level/subject‑specific content and learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation, and feedback techniques.
• Understanding of and commitment to CSUSA values.
• Successful completion of criminal and employment background checks.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills; adherence to the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
• CSUSA may accept appropriate alternatives to the above requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

Usual school working conditions; may be noisy during high student traffic.

Responsibilities

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this job.

• No physical exertion required.
• Somewhat stressful due to frequent student activity.
• 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.

FLSA Overtime Category

This job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.