What are the responsibilities and job description for the Classroom Teacher position at Cornerstone Chartered Public School?
Cornerstone Charter School is seeking passionate, mission-driven educators to join our founding team as classroom teachers for the 2026–2027 school year. Founding teachers will play an essential role in helping build a literacy-first public charter school grounded in the Science of Reading, and a content-rich, knowledge-building curriculum.
Responsibilities include:
● Plan and implement lessons that align with state standards
● Deliver engaging and effective instruction
● Administer assessments and use data to inform instruction
● Create and maintain a positive learning environment
● Support student learning using a diagnostic and prescriptive approach
● Communicate with parents
● Work collaboratively with peers
● Stay current with teaching best practices
● Promote and respect diversity and create an equitable learning environment
Cornerstone teachers are expected to actively participate in professional learning, instructional coaching, and school development as members of a collaborative founding team. All teachers will receive Orton-Gillingham training and ongoing coaching as part of Cornerstone’s commitment to professional growth and instructional excellence.
Compensation & Benefits
Starting salary approximately $45,000 -$55,000 based on experience and education
Comprehensive Orton-Gillingham training and coaching through the Orton-Gillingham Institute at the Stern Center for Language and Learning
Support to pursue Orton-Gillingham Academy (OGA) certification
Small class sizes and collaborative school culture
Opportunity to help shape a growing, mission-driven public charter school from the ground up
To Apply
Please complete and application and upload your cover letter, resume, and three professional references at
https://www.cornerstone-cs.org/employment-opportunities
Cornerstone Charter School is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive team.
Salary : $45,000 - $55,000