Teacher, Social Studies

Teacher, Social Studies

Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools – Charlotte, North Carolina

Job : 5485861
Final date to receive applications: Mar 06, 2026 4:59 AM (UTC)
Posted: Jan 05, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
Starting Date: Immediately

Salary/Status: Certified Schedule / Full‑time, 10 months

Reports To: Principal

Place of Work: The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte‑Mecklenburg Schools. The district reserves the right to require work at other locations as reasonably required.

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures.
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards.
• Assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students.
• Plan and implement a program of study in the assigned content area that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of assigned students.
• Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods.
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student engagement in the learning process and enables students to achieve learning objectives.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in accordance with goals established by the district and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Establish learning objectives based on student needs, requirements of the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction (NCDPI), Standard Course of Study, and district curriculum framework.
• Prepare for classes assigned, and provide written evidence of preparation upon request.
• Diagnose the learning challenges of students on a regular basis, seeking assistance of central office staff as required. Maintain accurate records as required for Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and 504 Plans.
• Provide an instructional program to meet the needs of all students, including students with disabilities and limited English proficiency.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities and persevere through challenges.
• Use appropriate techniques and strategies that promote critical, creative, and evaluative thinking capabilities of students.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to assess student progress.
• Assign and grade classwork and homework.
• Act as test administrator for the North Carolina Test Program and fulfill requirements as designated in the North Carolina School Test Coordinator’s Handbook, the Proctor’s Guide for the North Carolina Testing Program and the North Carolina State Board of Education policy GCS‑A‑010.
• Observe and assess students’ performance, behavior, social development, and physical needs on a regular basis.
• Meet with parents/guardians to discuss student progress, determine priorities and resource needs, and encourage parent involvement. Confer with parents/guardians, counselors, and administrators to resolve students’ behavioral and academic challenges.
• Prepare and implement enrichment programs and remediation.
• Attend Professional Learning Community (PLC) and staff meetings for data analysis and instructional planning.
• Participate in professional development focused on acquiring and improving skills and knowledge.
• Perform safety functions and drills to maintain a safe instructional environment. Take all necessary safety precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities.
• Perform related work as assigned or required.

• Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, standards, and expectations of curriculum in the assigned area.
• Comprehensive knowledge of how to utilize appropriate data and information to make instructional decisions for students.
• Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of various learning styles, curriculum development and program evaluation, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research…