2026-2027 2nd Grade Teacher (Certified) (2792

Position Title:

Second Grade Teacher Department:
Instructional Staff

Reports To:

School Principal / Instructional Leader

Location:

Southern Avenue Charter Elementary Charter School FLSA Status:
Exempt

The Second Grade Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality instruction that promotes the academic, social, and emotional growth of second grade students. The teacher will develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards and the school's curriculum, foster a positive classroom culture, and support students in building strong foundational skills in reading, writing, mathematics, and critical thinking.

• Instructional Planning and Standards-Based Teaching Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons across all core subject areas-reading, writing, math, science, and social studies-aligned with state and school academic standards. Foster academic curiosity and skill-building through hands-on activities, inquiry-based learning, and interactive instruction. Use backward design and curriculum pacing guides to plan units that promote mastery of grade-level content and essential skills.
• Early Literacy and Reading Development Teach foundational literacy skills including phonics, decoding, fluency, comprehension strategies, and vocabulary development. Use small-group guided reading, shared reading, and independent reading practices to address varying levels of reading proficiency. Promote a love of reading and build stamina through daily read-alouds, book discussions, and access to diverse literature.
• Writing and Language Instruction Deliver structured writing instruction focused on opinion, narrative, and informative writing using mentor texts and writer's workshop practices. Reinforce grammar, sentence structure, and conventions in writing, encouraging students to revise and publish their work. Provide daily opportunities for students to write across the curriculum.
• Mathematics Instruction Teach key mathematical concepts including place value, addition and subtraction strategies, time, money, and problem-solving. Use manipulatives, visuals, math journals, and real-world scenarios to promote conceptual understanding and math fluency. Incorporate daily math talks and collaborative learning to strengthen reasoning and communication skills.
• Classroom Management and Social-Emotional Development Establish a classroom environment that is safe, structured, nurturing, and inclusive. Model and teach social-emotional skills such as empathy, cooperation, and self-regulation through daily classroom routines and explicit instruction. Use positive behavior strategies and consistent routines to foster responsibility and respectful behavior.
• Student Assessment and Progress Monitoring Regularly assess student understanding through observations, formative assessments, running records, and unit assessments. Use data to inform instruction, provide timely feedback, and plan targeted interventions or extensions. Track and document academic and behavioral progress to inform report cards, parent communication, and support plans.
• Individualized Support and Differentiation Differentiate instruction based on student learning needs, including English Language Learners, students with IEPs, and advanced learners. Provide small-group and individualized instruction to support students' progress toward grade-level benchmarks. Collaborate with special educators, interventionists, and instructional aides to implement accommodations and modifications effectively.
• Family Engagement and Communication Build strong relationships with families to support student success through ongoing, two-way communication. Host parent-teacher conferences, share regular updates on student progress, and involve families in classroom activities and school events. Provide strategies for families to support learning at home.
• Professional Collaboration and School Culture Work collaboratively with grade-level team members and specialists to align instruction and support student achievement. Participate in professional development, faculty meetings, instructional coaching, and school…