STEM Teacher Job Listing at Charter Schools USA in Lake Charles, LA (Job ID 24597)

Description

JOB PURPOSE We are seeking a great communicator with excellent interpersonal skills for the role of STEM teacher. The STEM teacher will be responsible for developing learning activities and hands-on material, tending to individual student needs, and communicating regularly with parents   ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Developing STEM curricula.
• Planning daily lessons.
• Adopting a data-driven attitude towards measuring learner progress.
• Developing STEM learning activities and hands-on material for classes.
• Attending to individual student needs.
• Demonstrating an awareness of different student backgrounds and cultures.
• Communicating regularly with parents.
• Providing extra support to students who need it.
• Monitoring student growth to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
• Using learner data to constantly refine your curriculum.
• Providing regular feedback to students.

**MAY PERFORM OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED**

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

1. Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of the company; support the company's values in the strategic areas of academic excellence, operational performance, superior culture, and financial health and growth, as outlined in the Employee Handbook.
2. Possesses strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively.
3. Has the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, students, parents, the community, and administrative staff. Is sensitive to sensitive to corporate needs, employee goodwill, and the public image, as unique situations present themselves.
4. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and displays such between all stakeholders: being courteous, professional, and helpful.
5. Possesses excellent communication skills: Oral (including presentations), Written, Interpersonal (active listening), Negotiating and Influencing.
6. Has the ability to be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance.
7. Demonstrates proficient experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), Student Information System (SIS) and email communications.
8. Looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.
9. Strives to implement best practices and positive character education consistently.

• Bachelor's degree (BA) from an accredited college or university or equivalent.
• Possession of valid teaching certification (as appropriate).
• Minimum of one (1) to three (3) years successful teaching experience (may include Student Teaching Internship experience).
• Equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Command of grades/subject specific content and theoretical knowledge of learning theory, including motivation, reinforcement, evaluation and feedback techniques.
• Understanding of and commitment to company values.
• Successful results of criminal and employment background check.
• Effective instructional delivery techniques and excellent communication skills.
• Adherence to the requirements of the Code of Ethics for the Education Profession.
• Such alternatives to the above requirements as CSUSA may find appropriate and acceptable.

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment characteristics listed below are representative of the environment the employee will encounter:

• Usual office working conditions.

• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits shall be paid consistent with CSUSA salary and benefit policy. Length of the work year and hours of employment shall be those established by Charter Schools USA.

FLSA OVERTIME CATEGORY

Job is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

EVALUATION

Performance will be evaluated in accordance with Charter Schools USA's policy.

DECLARATION

The Charter Schools USA Human Resources Department retains the sole right and discretion to make changes to this job description. Any employee making changes unauthorized by Human Resources Department will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including termination.