Elementary Classroom Teacher

Elementary Classroom TeacherPosition SummaryNorth Side Community School is seeking passionate, certified full-time Classroom Teachers. We are looking for educators who excel at creating nurturing, high-engagement learning environments and who demonstrate strong instructional and classroom management skills.Compensation & Key BenefitsStarting Salary: Minimum $52,000 for degreed and certified teachersOnboarding Bonus: $5,000 stipend awarded at the end of the first school yearTuition Support: $7,000 annual reimbursement for advanced educationClassroom Environment: Small class sizes (15-18 students) with dedicated planning timeFull Coverage Benefits: 100% paid health, dental, vision, and life insurance Essential FunctionsCulture: Build a warm, inclusive classroom where students feel safe to take academic risksInstruction: Deliver engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to diverse learning needsManagement: Implement a positive behavior plan with clear routines that maximize instructional timeAssessment: Use quantitative and qualitative data to guide instruction and monitor student progressCommunication: Maintain strong, transparent relationships with parents regarding student growthProfessionalism: Participate in professional development, team meetings, and school-wide stewardship Skills & CharacteristicsAdaptive Teaching: Uses diverse instructional strategies to meet the needs of varied learnersData-Driven: Applies student data to create short- and long-term differentiated plansCollaborative: Works effectively within grade-level and school-wide teamsGrowth Mindset: Models resilience and continuous improvement for students while pursuing ongoing professional development About North Side Community SchoolNorth Side Community School is a high-performing PreK-8th grade public charter school in St. Louis serving approximately 500 students across three campuses.Our Mission: To provide a rigorous, nurturing education that equips students to overcome societal barriersOur Community: 100% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch; we are committed to delivering one of the strongest public education experiences in MissouriOur Campus: A beautiful, secure 8-acre gated campus designed to provide a safe and focused learning environment RequirementsEducation: Bachelor's degree (B.A.)Certification: Valid Missouri state teaching certificate (or eligibility to receive one)