What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Teacher, Niner University Elementary position at University of North Carolina Charlotte?
Classroom Teacher, Niner University Elementary
Applicant Documents
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
- This position will be used to fill four positions: 002018, 003471, 002343, 004956
- UNC Charlotte Benefits Information: https://hr.charlotte.edu/benefits/benefits-overview/
- The finalist will be subject to a Criminal Background Check and/or a Motor Vehicle Report.
- If there is a document, you feel is relevant to this position that you would like reviewed with your resume and application you may upload it to the "Other Documents" section of the Applicant Documents.
Position Information
Posting Specific Questions
General Information
| Position Number | 002018 |
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| Vacancy Open to | All Candidates |
| Working Title | Classroom Teacher, Niner University Elementary |
| Position Designation | EHRA Non-Faculty |
| Employment Type | Permanent - Full-time |
| Months per Year | 10 |
| Work Schedule | Work schedule is typical of any teacher, with some evenings and weekends. |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| FLSA Status | Exempt |
| Division | Academic Affairs |
| Department | College of Education (Col) |
| Work Location | Niner University Elementary |
| Salary Range | Based on CMS Salary Schedule |
| Primary Purpose of Department | Pursuant to NC General Statute Chapter 116, Article 29 A(116-239.5), University of North Carolina at Charlotte is establishing a university laboratory school with the mission of "improving student performance in local school administrative units with low performing schools by providing an enhanced education program for students residing in those units and providing exposure and training for teachers and principals to successfully address challenges existing in high need school settings. The laboratory school shall provide an opportunity for research, demonstration, student support, and expansion of the teaching experience and evaluation regarding management, teaching, and learning." Niner University Elementary School, the lab school for UNC Charlotte, involves an integrated core curriculum for grades K-5 with an emphasis on research-validated practices and social emotional learning. Niner University Elementary seeks to serve learners "within a community-supported environment that fosters scholarship, engagement, and joy." |
| Primary Purpose of Position | The primary purpose of the Classroom Teacher is to serve as the instructional facilitator to guide and develop the emotional, behavioral, and academic growth of their students. In addition, classroom teachers will work collaboratively with parents, colleagues, administrators, College of Education faculty, and school community members to support the mission of Niner University Elementary in Charlotte, NC. |
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| Minimum Education/Experience |
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| Preferred Education, Knowledge, Skills and Experience |
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| Necessary Certifications/Licenses | Hold or be eligible to hold North Carolina Teaching license in Elementary Education (K-6) |
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| Special Notes to Applicants |
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| Posting Open Date | 02/06/2025 |
| Posting Close Date | 05/04/2025 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
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| If time-limited please indicate appointment end date | |
| Contact Information | Pamela Broome - pdlasite@charlotte.edu |
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How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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- HERC Job Board
- Inside Higher Education
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- Another Website
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- Personal Referral
- Other
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Where did you learn about this posting?
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Do you hold or are you eligible to hold a North Carolina Teaching license in Elementary Education (K-6)?
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Describe your knowledge of social emotional learning and how it impacts your teaching practices. Provide a specific example.
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Describe a day of literacy instruction in your classroom. What would we see? What materials? What kinds of groupings might we see?
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Describe a day of math instruction in your classroom. What would we see? What materials? What kinds of groupings might we see?
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What sorts of planning or considerations would be needed if your students were of different backgrounds?
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Can you share an experience of when a child or group of children "got out of hand" or "misbehaved" in your classroom. Tell us what happened, what you did, and how it worked out. What did you like about how you handled the problem, and what would you change if you could?
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Describe your ideal situation for collaborating with colleagues to plan and implement instruction. What might this look like in the classroom? In planning? Who would be included? What data might you use? How would you respond as a team?
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Required Documents
- Resume / Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter / Letter of Interest
- Contact Information for References
- Other Document
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and an ADVANCE Institution that strives to create an academic climate in which the dignity of all individuals is respected and maintained. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, gender identity or sexual orientation.
