Teacher Elementary School

We have openings for two teachers in the elementary school for this coming 2025-2026 school year. If you are interested in the position, please submit an application here:

https://bradfordprep.wufoo.com/forms/20252026-bradford-prep-employee-application/

About Our School:

Bradford is a college preparatory school committed to academic excellence, nurturing personal relationships, and inspiring a growing passion for creativity and learning in all of our students. We aim to challenge students to develop critical thinking skills, creativity, and the communication skills required for success in college and the workplace. Our school community, including the students, teachers, administrators, parents, and other community members, work together to support the students in a way that invites learning to become a lifelong endeavor.

This position reports to: Division Level Principal

Core Responsibilities of this Position:

Instruction and Curriculum:

· Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with the curriculum.

· Differentiate instruction to engage students at all levels, including enrichment activities.

· Use diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles.

· Foster a positive, inclusive classroom environment that supports student engagement.

· Offer at least one weekly tutoring session, communicating availability to parents and students (in grades 5-12).

· Implement and track IEPs and 504 Plans, attend meetings and maintain required records.

· Monitor student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.

· Assist in selecting instructional materials, ensuring principal approval for reading materials.

Assessment and Evaluation:

· Assess student progress using tests, assignments, and projects.

· Track growth through formative and summative assessments per administrator guidelines.

· Enter grades weekly for student and parent access (grades 3-12).

· Provide regular feedback on performance and areas for improvement.

· Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and other required data.

· Prepare students thoroughly for standardized tests.

· Ensure compliance with laws, district policies, and school regulations through accurate record-keeping.

Classroom Management:

· Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures to maintain discipline and a positive learning environment while providing an environment where all students feel safe and respected.

· Model the School Creed in daily actions.

· Keep the classroom clean and organized, guiding students to assist.

· Maintain classroom issued technology, tracking use of devices and accounting for items throughout the year.

· Supervise students at all times, except during scheduled planning or as directed by administration.

Communication and Collaboration:

· Actively participate in meetings with departments, school staff, and parents.

· Regularly communicate student progress and needs to students, colleagues, and parents.

· Provide positive feedback for each student at least once per year.

· Invite all parents to quarterly conferences and notify them promptly if students fall below grade level, offering available school supports.

· Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to enhance teaching and student success.

· Respond to parent emails within 48 hours.

· Check emails daily during the school year and a minimum of once a week during breaks and summer.

· Document all parent communications and share records with the division principal and Executive Director as needed. Carbon copy division admin on email with parents as needed.

School Specific Programs

· Adopting and working towards the implementation of the school strategic development plan

· Implement school programs with integrity as directed for each grade level. Specifically, Morning Meeting in grades K-5, Advisory in grades 5-12 and House in grades K-9

· Participate in schoolwide events and grade level events as requested by administrators.

· Attend field trips and overnight trips as requested by administrators.

School Policies and Procedures

· Foster a positive work environment.

· Understand and enforce school policies, board policies, and administrative procedures, supporting them publicly.

· Maintain a sub folder with class rosters, daily instructions, and student-specific details.

· Exhibit professional work habits, including punctuality and proper use of planning time.

· Follow the chain of command and decision-making process outlined in the Employee Handbook.

· Take attendance promptly each morning and at the beginning of each class (grades 6-12).

· Clock in daily, enter leave requests in the payroll system promptly, and request substitutes as needed.

· Ensure extra duties (carpool, advisory, field trips) are covered when absent.

· Attend all staff training courses and meetings, completing required trainings on time.

· Adhere to the Staff Dress Code and enforce all Student Handbook policies.

Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all-inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Employee Job Requirements:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and or ability required.

· Dedication to Bradford Preparatory School ’s mission of driving academic excellence while building relationships with students.

· B.A./B.S. degree in teaching from an accredited institution or related field

· North Carolina certification in teaching in appropriate subject area (preferred, not required)

· Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

· Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

· Commitment to maintaining current knowledge needed to teach subject matter.

· Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology

· Ability to manage a learning environment with a student-centered focus.

· Ability to adapt teaching style to accommodate different student learning styles.

· Ability to apply assessment results to improve teaching effectiveness.

· Proven ability to report to work on a regular and punctual basis.

The physical activity required for this position:

Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, hear, operate a computer, hand-held learning devices and other office equipment, reach with hands and arms, and must occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 pounds. Ability to stand for approximately 8 hours. Ability to express or exchange ideas by means of the spoken word. Ability to perceive the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction.

Equal Opportunity Employment Policy

Bradford Preparatory School is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, genetic information or other legally protected status, except where it is an occupational qualification. This policy extends to all terms, conditions and privileges of employment as well as the use of the school’s facilities and participation in all activities sponsored by the school. It is also Bradford Prep’s policy to ensure that all employees are treated equally on the basis of merit and performance competence in regard to recruitment, hiring, compensation, promotions, demotions, assignments, trainings, layoffs, and terminations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• North Carolina Teaching License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Charlotte, NC 28262 (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $36,000 - $60,000