Anderson Academy - School Teacher

Crossnore • Winston-Salem, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

As a School Teacher at Anderson Academy, you will play a crucial role in shaping the academic and emotional growth of our students. This role offers a unique opportunity to create a nurturing environment that supports each child's individual needs while upholding state standards and our trauma-informed, equity-based approach. Your work will directly contribute to fostering positive educational outcomes and empowering students to thrive academically, emotionally, and socially. If you're passionate about innovative teaching and making a lasting impact in students’ lives, this is the perfect opportunity to join our dedicated team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Education or related field.
• If teaching a core subject (math, science, social studies, language arts), a bachelor’s degree in the subject required.
• Verbal and written communication: Ability to engage effectively with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Organizational skills: Efficient management of lesson planning, grading, and record-keeping.
• Adaptability and creativity: Developing innovative teaching strategies tailored to student needs.
• Classroom management: Maintain discipline and create a positive, productive learning environment.
• Educational technology proficiency: Familiarity with Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, and learning management systems.
• Empathy and cultural sensitivity: Understand and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Collaboration and teamwork: Work well with other teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Problem-solving: Address challenges and create effective solutions for student success.
• Commitment to growth: Actively engage in professional development and adapt to best practices.
• Trauma-informed and equity practices: Integrate these principles into daily teaching.
• Self-motivation and initiative: Take ownership of tasks and contribute to the mission of the school.
• Crisis management skills: Respond effectively to crises with knowledge of cultural issues.
• Flexibility: Adapt quickly to change and work independently with sound judgment.
• Sense of humor and creativity: Bring enthusiasm to tasks, learn from mistakes, and embrace a positive classroom culture.

Nice To Haves

• NC DPI Teaching license and/or a teaching license awarded by a reciprocal state.
• Prior teaching experience in a public, private, or charter school setting.
• Experience working with diverse populations or students with special educational needs.
• Experience developing curriculum, implementing innovative teaching methods, and adapting to flexible educational settings.
• Non-licensed teachers must demonstrate subject-matter competency through relevant education and professional experience.
• A relevant combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Classroom management: Maintain discipline and create a positive, productive learning environment.
• Educational technology proficiency: Familiarity with Google Classroom, Microsoft Teams, and learning management systems.
• Empathy and cultural sensitivity: Understand and support students from diverse backgrounds.
• Collaboration and teamwork: Work well with other teachers, staff, and administrators.
• Problem-solving: Address challenges and create effective solutions for student success.
• Commitment to growth: Actively engage in professional development and adapt to best practices.
• Trauma-informed and equity practices: Integrate these principles into daily teaching.
• Self-motivation and initiative: Take ownership of tasks and contribute to the mission of the school.
• Crisis management skills: Respond effectively to crises with knowledge of cultural issues.
• Flexibility: Adapt quickly to change and work independently with sound judgment.
• Sense of humor and creativity: Bring enthusiasm to tasks, learn from mistakes, and embrace a positive classroom culture.

Benefits

• Defined Contribution Benefits Plan
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance - $0 copay for mental health visits with our health insurance
• Life, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability plans
• Critical Illness and Accident coverage options
• Flexible Spending Plan
• 401k with employer match (up to 6%)
• Ongoing Training

What This Job Offers

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