What are the responsibilities and job description for the Kindergarten Teacher position at Carolina Achieve?
About Carolina Achieve:
Carolina Achieve is a new charter school in Mebane, NC, opening in August 2025 for Kindergarten-2nd grade. The school will serve 100 students per grade level, with no more than 25 students in a classroom. Each classroom will have a lead teacher and support from an instructional assistant.
Carolina Achieve will add a grade level per year (beginning with 3rd grade in 2026-27), eventually becoming a K-12 institution.
At Carolina Achieve, we know the natural spark of curiosity glows brightly in every child, and our academic program will ignite their innate desire for achievement. The foundational skills of communication and problem-solving will be embedded and reinforced daily. Armed with the earned confidence that comes with know-how, our students will leap forward as they learn collaboration, resilience, adaptability, and the currency of the future - innovation. Our entrepreneurial approach to education allows students to see real-world connections to what they are most interested in and to discover new talents and pursuits that will change their perspective.
Every student at Carolina Achieve will be safe, seen, and celebrated for being their authentic, distinctive, and whole selves, which they share confidently and unapologetically. This commitment allows Carolina Achieve to change lives, creating a brighter future for our students, their families, and entire communities by preparing our graduates to lead us into a future of their own making, bold navigators of a better tomorrow for us all!
Is school the place you find JOY?
Does hard work in service of others bring a SMILE to your face and a sense of accomplishment?
Are you a GIVER (instead of a taker)?
Are you a DOER (instead of a delegator)?
Do you want to be part of a TEAM that VALUES you as a PERSON first and foremost?
Carolina Achieve’s culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve is our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated!
Job Overview:
Teachers play an essential role in shaping the minds and futures of young learners, fostering a supportive and engaging environment where students can thrive academically and personally. They are tasked with delivering a diverse curriculum, managing classrooms, assessing student progress, and collaborating with parents and colleagues to ensure the holistic development of each child. Beyond instruction, teachers serve as mentors and role models, addressing the unique challenges and needs of their students.
Teacher Qualifications and Key Responsibilities:
- Instruction: Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons aligned with state standards and the school’s curriculum. Utilize a variety of instructional strategies to meet the diverse needs of students.
- Innovation: Willingness to plan and implementprojects and opportunities that an promote an entrepreneurial mindset, durable skills, and the Habits of Success.
- Assessment & Evaluation: Regularly assess student performance through formative and summative assessments. Provide timely feedback to students and parents regarding progress and areas of improvement.
- Adaptability: Makeadjustments toteaching methods and instructional practices in real time based on data and feedback.
- Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a positive, safe, and structured classroom environment that supports student learning and development. Implement effective behavior management strategies, including the Reponsive Classroom approach.
- Belonging: Contribute to a school culture that values all people, providing a deep, legitimate feeling of belonging and inclusivity to all members of our community.
- Collaboration: Work closely with colleagues to design and implement interdisciplinary projects, share best practices, and contribute to school-wide initiatives. Participate in professional development activities and school committees.
- Student Support: Provide individualized support for students with varying academic abilities, including students with special needs and English language learners. Promote social-emotional learning and character development. Serve as a Student Success Coach for students from multiple grade levels.
- Communication: Maintain open, effective communication with students, parents, and school leadership regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events. Willingly engage in the home-school partnership that is central to student success.
- Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills and knowledge of best practices in education.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Education, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.
- Licensure: North Carolina teaching license or eligibility for licensure in the appropriate subject area(s). Out-of-state candidates must meet North Carolina licensure requirements.
- Experience: Prior teaching experience in a K-8 setting is preferred, but not required. Experience in charter schools or innovative educational environments is a plus.
- Skills & Abilities:
- Strong knowledge of state standards and educational best practices.
- Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong classroom management skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
- Commitment to student success and development.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a charter school setting.
- Knowledge of project-based learning or inquiry-based instruction.
- Proficiency in Spanish or other languages is a plus.
- Experience with technology integration in the classroom.
Carolina Achieve is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $43,000.00 - $48,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- After school
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $43,000 - $48,000