ELEMENTARY TEACHER ROLE OVERVIEW:
A teacher at College Achieve Charter School will provide students rigorous and relevant learning activities and experiences designed to prepare each student to excel at a top college or university. This position is critical in building strong relationships with our students in order to best meet their individual needs and further the mission of College Achieve.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:
A College Achieve Teacher will:
Help to shape the culture of a growing College Achieve community by establishing high expectations and paving the way for each new class of students
Work as part of an entrepreneurial team to create policies, curricula, and instructional methods that demand rigor and relevance
All College Achieve Teachers will:
Plan a program of study that meets the individual needs, interests, and abilities of the students
Create a classroom environment that is safe, conducive to learning, and encourages students to take risks in their learning
Prepare lessons that reflect best practices and accommodations for individual differences of students
Prepare for classes assigned and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor
Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior
Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and communicate these objectives to the students
Employ a variety of instructional techniques and instructional media consistent with best practices, specific content knowledge, the physical limitations of the space provided, and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved.
Strive to implement College Achieve’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives
Assess student learning, through observations, authentic performance, and more formal methods, in an ongoing manner, providing frequent student feedback, information to parents and written progress reports
Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law and administrative regulations
Assist the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct
Make provisions for being available to the students and to the parents for education-related purposes outside of the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms
Participate in all professional development opportunities
Establish and maintain open lines of communication with students, parents, and community members
Perform other job-related duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education and Knowledge:
Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
New Jersey Teacher Certificate appropriate for level and/or subject area of assignment, if applicable, i.e. P-3 or K-8
Compensation: 55K-70K, *performance bonuses & retention bonus available
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Professional development assistance & Availability of Lesson Plan Repository for daily use
Referral program
NJ State Retirement Plan (pension system)
Vision insurance
We also offer extended time off for Thanksgiving and winter breaks.
Skills:
Ability to establish rapport with families and children
Articulate, professional demeanor with strong self-confidence and initiative
Strong organizational and planning skills
Possession of a passionate and loving attitude toward all children
Possession of a sense of urgency to do whatever it takes to assure that every student gets to and through college
Commitment to the vision, mission, values and goals of College Achieve
Motivation to grow as an educational professional
Willingness to be an active member of a professional learning community
Proficiency using computers, printers, copy machines, and fax machines