Teacher, Middle Grades Language Arts​/Part Time

Overview

English Language Arts Teacher (Grades K-6).

Note:

This is a Part Time (0.5) Position - Possible Full Time.

South Academy of International Languages (SAIL) seeks a passionate and dedicated English Language Arts (ELA) teacher to inspire and support elementary students in grades K-5. At SAIL, we provide a full language immersion experience where students learn core curriculum content in Chinese, French, German, or Japanese. ELA instruction complements and supports the immersion experience by strengthening literacy, communication, and critical thinking skills in English.

We welcome candidates who are enthusiastic about student growth, inclusive practices, and collaboration. The ideal teacher will prioritize students’ holistic development while delivering a meaningful and engaging ELA curriculum.

• Develop and implement engaging, standards-aligned ELA instruction for students in grades K-5.
• Create a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes participation, creativity, and critical thinking.
• Collaborate with immersion teachers to reinforce reading, writing, and communication skills across languages.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students, including English language learners and students with exceptionalities.
• Assess student progress regularly and use data (including MTSS frameworks) to guide instructional decisions and targeted interventions.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback and communicate regularly with families about student growth and academic goals.
• Participate in professional development and collaborate with colleagues to continuously improve teaching practice.
• Contribute to the school community by participating in staff meetings, committees, and school events.

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
• North Carolina teaching license or eligibility for licensure.
• If you do not currently hold a North Carolina teaching license, please upload official degree-dated transcripts, test scores, and out-of-state teaching credentials (if applicable) to your online application.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and multilingual school environment.
• Commitment to creating a positive, inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Dedication to teamwork, professional growth, and reflective teaching practices.
• Familiarity with North Carolina ELA standards and assessment tools is preferred.

Teaching at South Academy of International Languages (S.A.I.L.) offers a unique opportunity to shape students' academic and cultural growth in a vibrant, culturally diverse environment. As a public K-8 magnet school with 1,265 students, S.A.I.L. provides a dynamic platform for educators to inspire young minds in language immersion tracks while fostering global citizenship. Serving as the Band Teacher here allows you to lead students in developing both their musical talents and their understanding of diverse cultures, all while benefiting from the school's strong partnerships with international universities and faculty development programs.

The middle school teacher, under moderate supervision, performs instructional work with limited decision-making discretion, providing leadership in the educational environment that encourages and nurtures learning for all students. The teacher supervises, monitors, and evaluates students while developing lesson plans to ensure all student needs are met. Employee performs school-based work to carry out Board of Education policies under the direction of the principal.

Certified Schedule/Full-time, 10 months

Principal

The normal place of work is on the premises used by Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools. Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools reserves the right to require you to work at such other place(s) as it may reasonably require from time to time.

• Adhere to all state, federal, and local laws, policies, and procedures
• Adhere to the North Carolina Professional Teaching Standards
• Assist school administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct. Develop reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure. Maintain order in the classroom in a fair and just manner
• Create a culture of effectiveness by setting high standards and expectations for all students
• Plan and implement a program of study in the assigned content area that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of assigned students
• Instruct students individually and in groups using various teaching methods
• Create a classroom environment that provides for student engagement in the learning process and enables students to achieve learning objectives
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and in accordance with goals established by the district and establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and…