About us

Excelsior Classical Academy is a tuition-free public charter school with a rigorous, college-preparatory, liberal arts focus based on the classical Trivium of Grammar, Logic, and Rhetoric, the first three liberal arts. Throughout their studies, our students are trained in virtues and core values, such as citizenship, cooperation, courage, honesty, integrity, perseverance, respect, and responsibility.

We firmly believe in making this educational option accessible to all students in the Durham area. We intentionally pursue diversity in our Board, our staff, and our student population. Our goal is to reflect the diversity of the Durham area. In order to allow anyone who wants to attend our school to do so, we

• Offer busing.
• Provide free lunch to those who qualify.
• Provide assistance with uniforms to those who qualify.
• Offer a Before- and After-School Program.

Excelsior Classical Academy is accepting applications for a classroom teacher for First Grade for the 2024-2025 school year. All candidates for employment at Excelsior must be authorized to work in the United States and be able to clear a criminal background check. ECA does not sponsor J-1 or H-1B visas.

Position Overview

Provide instruction and direction to students in accordance with Excelsior's approved curriculum; meet educational requirements of the State of North Carolina; interact with parents and volunteers; supervise assistant teacher, student teachers, or volunteers assigned to their respective classrooms if applicable; and be responsible, in collaboration with other faculty members and staff, for accomplishing the mission of Excelsior Classical Academy.

Position Specifics

• Support the mission, philosophy, and vision of Excelsior Classical Academy
• Maintain congruence between Excelsior’s mission statement and all instructional activities
• Demonstrate strong commitment to Excelsior’s mission, philosophy, and goals
• Collaborate with other teachers to create or update Core Knowledge Domain Maps and yearly Curriculum Plan
• Teach Excelsior’s approved curriculum
• Meet the educational requirements of the State of North Carolina
• Model attitudes and behaviors that are desired for our students
• Manage classroom behavior in a kind but firm manner
• Hold high standards and expectations for all students
• Communicate with parents in a polite and professional manner
• Provide before- or after-school tutoring at least once a week
• Analyzing various forms of data (MAP or EOG data, etc.) to identify opportunities to identify areas of need for students
• Work with Student Support Services staff as applicable

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required
• At least three years of successful teaching experience strongly preferred
• Current North Carolina Teaching License strongly preferred
• Demonstrated interest and engagement in professional learning and reflection
• Demonstrated ability to function as a positive collaborative member of a team

What you bring to the job

• A work ethic and personal belief system that aligns with the mission and vision of Excelsior Classical Academy
• Empathy and positive regard for all others in written, verbal, and non-verbal communications
• Building trusting relationships with students, parents, colleagues, and community by acting with integrity, courtesy, and responsibility, even in the face of stress or demanding workplace conditions
• Working effectively with colleagues and students by practicing punctuality, respect for deadlines, collaborative problem solving, and honest communication
• The ability to work both autonomously and in teams
• Maintaining proficiency as needed and approved by attending trainings, reading job-related materials, and meeting with others in area of responsibility
• Appropriate dress for a workplace with frequent customer service interaction and community outreach
• Meeting all required standards of confidentiality and safety
• Demonstrated organizational and technology skills
• Demonstrated resourcefulness in setting priorities and guiding investment in people and systems

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. The employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $61,600.00 per year

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

Grade levels:

• 1st grade

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• English
• Math
• Reading
• Science
• Social Studies

School type:

• Charter school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• teaching: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• NC Teaching License (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Durham, NC 27704: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person