Classroom Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Job Requirements

Commitment to the school's mission, vision, and goals
Bachelor's degree or higher in education or related field required
Experience teaching elementary students required
NH teaching certification preferred
Training and experience with structured literacy preferred
New Hampshire Special Education certification is a plus
Experience with EL Education is a plus
Commitment to evidence-based instructional practices and structured literacy
Strong understanding of child development and literacy development
Experience with MTSS - assessment, data collection, and data-based decision-making
Strong classroom management and time management skills
Strong collaboration and communication skills
Required participation in six Orton-Gillingham training days beginning in June prior to the school year
Required completion of a supervised practicum during the school year and application for certification through the Orton-Gillingham Academy
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, startup school environment and contribute as part of a founding team