Teacher J.h. Knox

Position: 3-5 TEACHER J.H. KNOX
Job Description

Reports To:

Campus Leader

Work Location:

JH Knox Intermediate, Salisbury, NC

FLSA Status:
Exempt 10-month employee

Position Purpose

The Core Content Teacher is responsible for designing and delivering engaging, rigorous instruction in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, or Social Studies.

At Knox, teachers play a central role in realizing the school's mission - Engaged Today. Transforming Tomorrow.

- by ensuring that all students experience learning that is relevant, challenging, and connected to the real world.

Teachers embody the Core Commitments of:

* Rigorous Learning for All

* Deep & Meaningful Engagement

* Real-World Relevance

* Wellness & Belonging

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Instructional Design & Delivery

* Plan and deliver standards-aligned lessons that foster critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving.

* Design instruction aligned to school and district curricular goals.

* Clearly communicate learning objectives and success criteria.

* Integrate project-based and inquiry-based learning experiences

* Design assessments and feedback cycles that promote growth and reflection.

* Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic and social-emotional needs of all learners.

Classroom Culture & Relationships

* Establish a safe, inclusive, and joyful classroom culture grounded in restorative practices and belonging.

* Facilitate Student Strong Start routines to build connection and readiness each day.

* Establish and maintain clear expectations and procedures for student behavior, movement, participation, and transitions.

* Model respect, curiosity, and empathy in interactions with students and colleagues.

* Treat all students in a fair, equitable, and respectful manner.

Monitoring Student Learning & Feedback

* Maintain clear academic expectations, work standards, and timelines.

* Monitor student learning during instruction through questioning, observation, and analysis of student work.

* Provide timely, specific, and growth-oriented feedback on classwork and assignments.

* Use diagnostic, formative, and summative data to adjust instruction and support student progress.

* Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.

Professional Collaboration and Growth

* Participate actively in Professional Learning Communities (PLCs) focused on data, student work, and instructional improvement.

* Collaborate with academic coaches and CCL Team to integrate relevance and real-world application into lessons.

* Engage in Adult Strong Start and ongoing professional development.

* Reflect on practice and demonstrate continuous professional growth aligned to school priorities.

Communication & Family Partnership

* Maintain regular communication with families regarding student progress, learning goals, and celebrations.

* Collaborate with the Family & Community Engagement Coordinator to involve parents and guardians in learning experiences.

Required Qualifications

* Valid North Carolina Teaching License in the relevant subject area.

* Bachelor's Degree in Education or the appropriate content field.

* Demonstrated success improving student outcomes.

* Strong instructional and classroom management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

* Master's Degree in Education or Curriculum & Instruction.

* Experience with project-based learning or career-connected instruction.

* Familiarity with restorative practices and SEL integration.

* Commitment to continuous professional growth.

Professional Expectations

* Participate in Adult Strong Start and contribute to a culture of reflection and collaboration.

* Maintain high expectations and a growth mindset for all learners.

* Integrate Knox's mission and Core Commitments into daily instruction.

* Perform other duties as assigned by the Associate Leader or Campus Leader.