5th Grade Teacher

Renaissance Charter School at West Palm Beach•West Palm Beach, FL

About The Position

Charter Schools USA seeks a 5th Grade Teacher to support its mission of a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life. The teacher creates and implements a flexible program and classroom environment that supports student learning and personal growth. The role includes developing lessons consistent with established guidelines, building effective relationships with students, staff, and parents, and motivating students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge in line with their abilities. The teacher plans and delivers instruction in accordance with the company's philosophy, goals, and adopted courses of study; assesses student learning and needs; maintains student records; and contributes to curriculum development. The role also involves creating a safe, orderly classroom, communicating with families, working with school staff, and supporting school culture and student activities as required. A valid Florida teaching certification is required.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent.
Valid Florida teaching certification.
One to three years of successful teaching experience; student teaching internship experience may count.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted.
Command of grade- and subject-specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation, and feedback techniques.
Understanding of and commitment to company values.
Successful criminal and employment background checks.
Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
Adherence to the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
Strong time-management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize effectively.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff.
Excellent interpersonal skills and professional, courteous conduct with stakeholders.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal, active-listening, negotiating, and influencing skills.
Consistent attendance and punctuality; ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
Proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), student information systems (SIS), and email communications.
Commitment to quality, accuracy, thoroughness, best practices, and positive character education.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction consistent with the company's philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans that use effective teaching strategies and maximize time on task.
Present subject matter to maximize learning and provide real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities.
Review student records to understand students' abilities and needs, and maintain accurate and complete records.
Strive to maximize each student's educational achievement through differentiated instruction and a range of learning modalities.
Use frequent diagnostic assessments to evaluate student strengths and weaknesses, address learning needs, and prepare required progress reports.
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 and prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
Keep current in subject matter and learning theory, share knowledge to support school improvement, and assist with curriculum revisions and instructional material selection.
Become familiar with supplemental services that may benefit students.
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students' maturity and interests.
Maintain positive rapport with students, demonstrate patience and appropriate nurturing, and keep the classroom clean and safe with student work displayed as appropriate.
Implement student conduct policies and maintain classroom order fairly and consistently under CSUSA guidelines.
Plan individual and group learning activities to meet instructional objectives and student needs, and prepare for classes as assigned.
Participate in curriculum planning meetings and incorporate required diagnostic information from students' Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Take reasonable precautions to protect supplies, equipment, materials, and facilities.
Establish cooperative relationships and communicate clearly, consistently, and positively with parents and guardians through appropriate means.
Cooperate with administration, staff, and CSUSA; maintain confidentiality of student records; and participate in parent communication activities.
Participate in extracurricular activities as required to support students, staff, and a positive school culture.
Perform other duties as assigned.