1st Grade Teacher

Job Title: 1st Grade Teacher (Classical Education)
Location: Monroe Charter Academy, Waxhaw, NC
Reports To: Head of School / Principal
Employment Type: Full-time, 10-month contract
Start Date: August 4, 2025

School Overview:

Monroe Charter Academy is a tuition-free public charter school dedicated to cultivating virtue, wisdom, and academic excellence through the timeless principles of Classical Education. We believe in forming the hearts and minds of our students through a content-rich curriculum, character development, and the pursuit of truth, goodness, and beauty.

Position Summary:

We are seeking a passionate and knowledgeable 1st Grade Teacher to join our team of educators committed to the classical model. The ideal candidate will inspire students through rich literature, history, and science instruction; lead Socratic discussions; and foster a love of learning through a structured and nurturing classroom environment.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver instruction aligned with the classical model, emphasizing mastery, moral virtue, and intellectual development.

• Teach core content areas: literature, grammar, writing, history (American and classical), mathematics, and science.

• Utilize direct instruction, narration, dictation, copywork, and Socratic questioning techniques.

• Integrate classical works and primary sources into lessons to promote deep understanding and critical thinking.

• Uphold high academic and behavioral expectations rooted in respect, discipline, and self-governance.

• Maintain an orderly and joyful classroom rooted in mutual respect and virtue.

• Regularly assess student progress and differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.

• Collaborate with faculty and administration to support the school’s mission and academic standards.

• Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and guardians regarding student progress and classroom expectations.

• Participate in ongoing professional development in Classical Education philosophy and pedagogy.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, Liberal Arts, or related field

• Valid teaching certification or eligibility for certification in the state of North Carolina

• Passion for Classical Education and the liberal arts tradition

• Excellent classroom management and communication skills

Preferred:

• Experience teaching in a classical or liberal arts education setting

• Familiarity with Core Knowledge, Go Math, or similar content-rich curricula

• Understanding of classical authors, historical texts, and moral philosophy

• Training in classical methodologies such as the trivium (grammar, logic, rhetoric)

Core Traits & Values:

• A heart for children and a belief in their potential to pursue truth and virtue

• Intellectual curiosity and humility

• Strong work ethic and integrity

• Team-oriented and mission-driven

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience

• Health, dental, and retirement benefits

• Professional development opportunities in Classical Education

To Apply:

Please submit the following to camela.ford@mcalions.org:

• Resume

• Cover letter outlining your interest in Classical Education and Monroe Charter Academy

• Three professional references

Monroe Charter Academy is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes candidates from all backgrounds who support our mission.