Teacher: 5th Grade

Classical Charter Schools of America • Bolivia, NC

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Roger Bacon Academy is seeking a 5th Grade Teacher for Classical Charter Schools of Southport, located near Southport, NC. This school serves students in grades K-8. The ideal candidate will have a degree in Education and a passion for inspiring young minds. The school offers support through a dedicated Beginning Teacher Coordinator and Academic Coaches. The curriculum is research-based, focusing on Direct Instruction with an emphasis on phonics, writing, mathematics, science, music, and art, drawing from classical traditions. The academy's mission is to provide an excellent educational foundation, expecting employees to be prepared, continuously improve, committed to making a difference, understanding students, and compassionate in helping children reach their potential. The Direct Instruction teaching method aims for high behavioral and academic standards, with support staff to manage behavior and ensure academic success, offering a rewarding opportunity to witness student transformations.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree in education is required with a valid teaching certificate from North Carolina in the area for which the candidate is applying.
• A Bachelor’s degree in another subject area with an approved plan for Lateral Entry with an Initial Teacher License.
• Successfully teaching a large class of diverse learners is a physically demanding job.
• Constant circulation throughout the room working with individual students requires that the teacher be on their feet at all times during the day.
• Physical ability to lift/carry 20 lbs and dexterity to perform the duties and responsibilities of the job.

Nice To Haves

• Coursework in Applied Behavior Analysis, Probability and Statistics, Algebra, and in the subject specialty departments are highly desirable and will command a salary increment commensurate with the additional work.

Responsibilities

• Attend all professional development and training sessions.
• Take charge of the classroom, maintaining it in a safe, clean, and orderly manner.
• Receive students enthusiastically and have tasks designated for waiting periods.
• Teach and administer rules for student behavior.
• Review the schedule, pacing, and instructional goals for each subject period.
• Begin instruction punctually and instruct students professionally, using Classical Direct Instruction as the primary method.
• End instruction on schedule and transition smoothly to the next subject or activity.
• Grade all work honestly and promptly, and tutor students experiencing difficulties.
• Follow prescribed assessments, benchmarking, and pacing guides for tracking student progress, and promptly enter student data.
• Seek guidance from colleagues, Lead Teacher, and Academic Coach when encountering difficulties in attaining instructional goals.
• Implement and practice skills and techniques as prescribed after observations by Academic Coaches, Deans, BT Coordinator, or Headmasters.
• Keep parents informed about their child's academic progress and solicit parental involvement.
• Perform administrative duties such as assisting in transition monitoring, drop-off, and pick-up.
• Assist the administration in implementing policies and rules, and develop and maintain classroom behavior rules.
• Supervise teacher assistants and evaluate their job performance.
• Attend grade level and staff meetings, serve on committees, and carry out non-instructional duties.
• Perform related duties as required by the Headmaster or Assistant Headmaster.
• Produce instructional data reports in accordance with the calendar from the Lead Teacher and Academic Coaches.

Benefits

• Potentially eligible for an additional Teacher Supplement in addition to the base pay.
• Paid based on the North Carolina State Salary Scale for Bachelor's Degrees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level