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- 5th/6th Grade Teacher - Middle SchoolStart Date: 08/06/2026Location: Charlotte Preparatory School
Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION
For the 2027-2028 school year, this position will serve as a 5th- and 6th grade science teacher in the Middle School. Beginning in the second year, the role is expected to evolve into a 6th-grade core teaching position that includes science and an additional core academic subject, based on school needs and program development. This is a full-time exempt, 10-month position.
The employee will maintain a healthy learning environment that supports the Charlotte Preparatory School mission statement and upholds the four pillars of leadership: Respect, Integrity, Perseverance, and Courage. Charlotte Preparatory School is committed to sustaining a professional, inclusive, and collaborative environment where diversity in thought and culture is welcomed.
Effective Date: August 2026
Requirements
GENERAL DUTIES
● Develop lesson plans and instructional materials to provide individualized and small group instruction that align with the school’s mission and learning goals.
● Use a variety of instructional strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lectures, and discovery, to facilitate the development of higher-level thinking.
● Translate unit plans into learning experiences to best utilize available instructional time. ● Evaluate students’ academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare progress reports and report cards.
● Communicate with parents through conferences, phone calls, and e-mail to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
● Identify student needs and collaborate with other professional staff to assess and support students in addressing health, behavioral, and learning challenges.
● Supervise students during out-of-classroom activities during the school day, including recess, lunch, and breaks.
● Participate in grade-level, division, and full faculty meetings, and serve on school committees as required.
● Attend divisional and school-wide required events (e.g., prep-planning, Open Houses, conferences, etc.)
● Serve as Student Advisor
● Supervise students during field trips, dances, overnight trips, and other events.
● Attend cross-divisional math meetings to ensure vertical and horizontal alignment of curriculum across grade levels and subject areas.
● Collaborate with faculty to design and refine units and assessments that promote student engagement, critical thinking, and academic growth.
● Lead curriculum mapping initiatives to ensure continuity and clarity of learning objectives and outcomes.
● Partner with division head and colleagues to ensure readiness for high school placement, including advanced-level coursework.
● Provide differentiated instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including those ready for high school-level coursework.
● Work closely with the high school placement team to ensure middle school curriculum aligns with secondary school expectations and provide insightful recommendations.
● Participate in professional development and stay current on educational trends, research, and standards to strengthen curriculum design, assessment, and instructional practices.
● Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor and/or Head of School
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS
● Bachelor’s degree in Science or related subject from an accredited university required; Master’s or other advanced degree preferred.
● A valid teaching certificate is preferred but not required.
● A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a middle school and independent school setting is preferred.
PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
● Views “failed” experiments as data points and models a “try, fail, learn, repeat” attitude.
● Openness to feedback from leadership and a desire to align classroom outcomes with the broader STEM strategic plan.
● The ability to look at everyday materials and see a potential engineering challenge.
● Can articulate the why behind STEM integration to parents, students, and community partners.
● A strong growth mindset and should actively seek out the latest trends in STEM education.
● Team-oriented with the ability to work effectively with all members of the Charlotte Prep community.
● Strong communication and organizational skills with high levels of attention to detail.
● Positive, enthusiastic, flexible, and warm personality.
● Strong work ethic, proactive, and success-oriented
SUPERVISION
Directly reports to the Head of Middle School.
Please direct resume, cover letter, and references to Mrs. Jessica Stargell, Head of Middle School at [email protected].
Charlotte Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally protected classification applicable to Charlotte Preparatory School in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid, athletic and other school-administered programs.
