Elem-Middle Music Teacher

Charter Schools USA•Venice, FL

About The Position

Charter Schools USA is hiring an Elementary/Middle Music Teacher to create and implement a flexible program and classroom environment that supports student learning and personal growth. The teacher develops lessons consistent with established guidelines, builds effective relationships with students, staff, and parents, and motivates students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge in accordance with their abilities. The role includes planning and delivering instruction aligned with the company’s philosophy and adopted courses of study; using differentiated instruction, varied learning modalities, and frequent diagnostic assessment; maintaining student records and reporting progress; supporting curriculum development; and preparing students for required achievement assessments. The teacher also maintains an orderly, safe, and engaging classroom, communicates and cooperates with families and colleagues, and may participate in field trips and extracurricular activities as required.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent.
Valid teaching certification, as appropriate.
One to three years of successful teaching experience; student teaching internship experience may count.
Equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.
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.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrators.
Excellent interpersonal, oral, written, listening, presentation, and negotiation skills.
Reliable attendance and punctuality; ability to follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback for improvement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), a Student Information System (SIS), and email.
Commitment to accuracy, quality improvement, best practices, and positive character education.

Responsibilities

Plan and implement instruction aligned with the company’s philosophy, goals, objectives, and adopted courses of study.
Prepare purposeful lesson plans and use effective teaching strategies to maximize learning time.
Present subject matter using real-world, application-based examples and learning opportunities.
Review student records, maintain accurate and complete records, and assess student strengths and needs regularly.
Use varied learning modalities, differentiated instruction, and diagnostic assessments to guide instruction.
Provide appropriate activities, progress reports, and referrals to support students’ learning needs.
Assign lessons, correct student work, and review oral presentations.
Coordinate class field trips when required and prepare students for state-required achievement assessments.
Keep current in subject knowledge and learning theory, contribute to curriculum revisions, and assist with selecting instructional materials.
Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning, with fair and consistent expectations for student behavior.
Maintain positive rapport with students and ensure the classroom is clean and safe.
Incorporate Individual Education Plan diagnostic information into instructional planning and protect instructional supplies and facilities.
Communicate and cooperate with parents or guardians, school staff, administration, and CSUSA; maintain confidentiality of student records.
Participate in parent communication activities and extracurricular activities as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.