4th Grade Math​/ELA Teacher- Durham

Job Description

Job Title: Teacher

Reports To: Principal

Contract Length: 195 Days

Location: Durham, North Carolina

Position: 5th Grade Math/ELA Teacher

Primary Role: A TMSA teacher has the right mindset and skills to succeed in an environment of high expectations while also being a true team player. The teachers demonstrate the competencies, energy, and positive attitude needed to encourage and teach all students in their academic and social preparedness.

• 401k with a company match of 7%
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid time off
• Retention, Returning Employee, and Winter Bonuses

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree
• Current North Carolina teaching license, or be in the process of obtaining one
• Prior teaching experience is preferred, but not required

• Knows and understands the NC State Standard Course of Study to develop proficient and effective lesson plans for grade level/subject areas.
• Establishes a safe and orderly environment and a culture to empower students.
• Manages various classroom behaviors and tries to minimize disruptions to learning.
• Participates in the MTSS process and procedures at TMSA to provide equitable and valuable education for all students.
• Demonstrates leadership behaviors from the Leader In Me program that TMSA implements school-wide.
• Works collaboratively with school personnel to create a professional learning community.
• Develops goals and strategies through the school improvement plan.
• Is open to constructive feedback from lead teachers, coaches, and administrators.
• Has the ability to differentiate instruction according to students' needs.
• Collaborates with colleagues to mentor and support teachers to improve the effectiveness of the department or grade level.
• Appreciates differences and values contributions of each student by building positive, appropriate relationships.
• Regularly assesses students, both formative and summative.
• Demonstrates technology/instructional media competency to enhance learning.
• Works with parents and guardians to promote positive behavioral support and a respectful yet nurturing learning environment.
• Other duties assigned by the Principal.

Salary Information: $58,500 to $71,750 Per Year. The minimum starting salary shown includes a $6,000 incentive for the NC educator license; unlicensed applicants are ineligible for the license salary incentive.

Position Type: Full-Time