Mountain Discovery Charter School is currently accepting applications for the following positions:

 

 

Job Posting: Kindergarten Teacher

General Description

The Kindergarten Teacher shall report directly to the Co-Directors and under direction shall assume responsibility of instructing students in data-based reading strategies using the Science of Reading, writing, vocabulary, grammar, spelling, math, science and social studies while creating a positive, engaging and nurturing environment for experiential learning. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated successful experience in project-based instruction, effective teaching of lower-elementary literacy and numeracy, a natural aptitude for cultivating relationships with students and families, and significant knowledge of data-driven and differentiated instruction. LETRS training desired or willingness to earn LETRS certification.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina teaching license in or related to the area of assigned responsibility.
• Experience in lower elementary classroom teaching.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with all staff members.
• Ability to plan and implement experiential learning activities.
• Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with children, teachers, staff, and representatives of other agencies.
• Possess specialized skills, experience, and training in the areas of instructional methodologies, curriculum design/modification, demonstration teaching and staff development.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with state model curriculum frameworks, curriculum guides and other exemplary instructionally-related resources.
• Experience or knowledge of effective, evidenced-based Phonics instruction.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create differentiated lessons based on students’ individual needs.
• Collaborate with Exceptional Children’s Teachers on current lessons, pacing, programs, and services to students.
• Assists in conducting student needs assessments.
• Design instructional materials and sample lessons consistent grade levels assigned.
• Participates on school committees as assigned.
• Maintain professional competency by actively engaging in employer directed professional development activities and other similar opportunities provided to staff.
• Cooperatively engage in the professional evaluation process with the supervisor to ensure ongoing professional growth and competence.
• Effectively communicates with staff, parents and agencies.
• Attend all staff meetings and actively participates as a member of the educational team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Please reach out to admin@mountaindiscovery.org for questions

Job Posting: Fourth Grade Teacher

General Description

The fourth grade teacher shall report directly to the Co-Directors and under direction shall assume responsibility of instructing students in data-based reading strategies, writing, vocabulary, grammar, spelling, math, science and social studies while creating a positive, engaging and nurturing environment for experiential learning. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated successful experience in project-based instruction, effective teaching of upper-elementary literacy and numeracy, a natural aptitude for cultivating relationships with students and families, and significant knowledge of data-driven and differentiated instruction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina teaching license in or related to the area of assigned responsibility.
• Experience in upper elementary classroom teaching.

Desired Qualifications

• Ability to work collaboratively with all staff members.
• Ability to plan and implement experiential learning activities.
• Demonstrate competence in communicating effectively with children, teachers, staff, and representatives of other agencies.
• Possess specialized skills, experience, and training in the areas of instructional methodologies, curriculum design/modification, demonstration teaching and staff development.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and experience with state model curriculum frameworks, curriculum guides and other exemplary instructionally-related resources.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Create differentiated lessons based on students’ individual needs.
• Collaborate with Exceptional Children’s Teachers on current lessons, pacing, programs, and services to students.
• Assists in conducting student needs assessments.
• Design instructional materials and sample lessons consistent grade levels assigned.
• Participates on school committees as assigned.
• Maintain professional competency by actively engaging in employer directed professional development activities and other similar opportunities provided to staff.
• Cooperatively engage in the professional evaluation process with the supervisor to ensure ongoing professional growth and competence.
• Effectively communicates with staff, parents and agencies.
• Attend all staff meetings and actively participates as a member of the educational team.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Please reach out to admin@mountaindiscovery.org for questions

 

Job Posting: Speech-Language Pathologist – Contract Position

Mountain Discovery Charter School is looking for a part time Speech-Language Pathologist (SLP) as an independent contractor for the 2024-2025 school year.

General Description

The Speech-Language Pathologist will provide services that meet the requisite standard established by the American Speech-Language and Hearing Association AND the State of North Carolina Board of Examiners in Speech-Language Pathology and Audiology (and any minimum standards set by the facility for such personnel); arrange convenient appointment times for intervention, communication with families, and follow-up services; initiate communication with other service providers and teachers to assure continuity of care; and provide all diagnostic screening, evaluations and treatments as set forth by the facility and utilizing approved forms of documentation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Speech-Language Pathology
• Current North Carolina SLP license
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works closely with teachers and staff to ensure that MDCS is in compliance with all Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and to work with students one-on-one or in small groups
• Responsible for creating a positive environment for their students, implementing curriculum, assessing students, building relationships with our families, collaborating with their team and other duties, as assigned
• Provide speech and language therapy special education services to students in groups and as individuals per their Individual Education Plans
• Provide intervention to students through response to intervention including individual, small groups and/or classroom intervention
• Attend IEP meetings, write progress summaries on present levels of performance, and proposed IEP goals
• Assist and guide teachers in observing, describing, and referring suspected and identified speech and language impairments
• Provide appropriate individualized programs of therapy to meet individual students’ needs and correct existing speech or language impairments
• Keep thorough records for each student receiving therapy or other school-provided speech-language services
• Conduct speech, language, and hearing screenings
• Conduct speech/language evaluations if necessary

Please reach out to admin@mountaindiscovery.org for questions

 Job Posting: Substitute Teacher

General Description

A MDCS substitute teacher assists with classroom instruction in the absence of a regular teacher or classroom assistant.  This person follows and teaches lesson plans, aids students in understanding subject matter, and ensures that regular classroom routines are followed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Enjoy working with children in a school setting
• High School Diploma or GED
• Background Check
• Candidates must attend a brief orientation/training session.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide meaningful instruction to students in assigned classrooms while regular teacher or assistant is absent
• Review and implement regular teacher’s routines, procedures, lesson plans, and curriculum objectives
• Establish and maintain a safe and orderly classroom environment
• Report any student injuries, illness, and serious discipline problems to school administration
• Dismiss all students from the classroom before leaving the building
• Hours are from 7:50 am-3:15 pm full days. Half days are 7:50 am-11:30 am.  Rates are $120 for the day or $60 for half days.

 

If interested, please send an email to Crim at cbassett@mountaindiscovery.org or call 828-488-1222.

 

Thank you for your interest in Mountain Discovery.

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