Elementary Education Teacher

Location: Cedar

Star of the North Academy is a public K-8 charter school focused on closing the achievement gap. Star of the North Academy is seeking a passionate Elementary Education Teacher to join our team immediately for the school year. We seek to create a K- 8 school experience for young scholars that empowers them with knowledge, character, and leadership skills.

Job Description:

Elementary teachers are responsible for providing rigorous, standards-based, and highly engaging learning environments for their scholars. Teachers will strive to ensure that all Star of the North Academy scholars are empowered with the knowledge, character and leadership skills to graduate from college and serve the common good.

Utilize curriculum to develop and implement standards-based lesson plans that include an understanding and modeling of independent thinking skills, creative problem solving, and evidence-based reasoning, differentiating and scaffolding as needed

Implement assessments that are aligned with daily, weekly, and unit objectives

Use data to adjust short- and long-term plans in order to meet students' learning needs

Collaborate with colleagues and seek feedback in the spirit of continuous improvement

Demonstrate a commitment to continuous improvement and student achievement; reflect on instructional practices to meet individual professional development goals

Actively participate in professional development, grade level, and community meetings

Establish and maintain relationships with students and families based on trust and regular communication; collaborate and communicate regularly with families about academic progress and behavior

Establish and maintain high expectations and routines for academic work and classroom behavior

Establish and reinforce expectations and accountability structures to maintain a positive, focused classroom

Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems

Contribute positively to a collaborative school environment

Perform other duties as required and assigned

Employment Logistics:

Star of the North Academy elementary students' school day is from 9:00am-4:00pm, Monday-Thursday and 9:00am-12:00pm on Friday.

Staff must be present from 8:00 am-4:30pm, Monday-Friday, or until all duties are completed for the next day.

Professional development sessions are held every Friday from 1:00 - 3:00pm

All Staff are expected to attend and participate in all family events at the school

Compensation:

Star of the North Academy's salary for this position is competitive and based on prior experience. In addition, Star of the North Academy offers a benefits plan that includes medical, dental, life insurance, PTO, Sick time, and other incentives.

To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to

Job Type: Full-time

Pay:
From $45,000.00 per year

Work Location:

In person