1st Grade Teacher

Thales Academy Cary is accepting applications for a 1st Grade Teacher for the 2027-2028 academic year. The mission of Thales Academy is to provide an excellent and affordable education for students in Pre-K to 12th grades through the use of Direct Instruction (K-5) and a Classical Curriculum (6-12) that embodies traditional values. Thales provides a rigorous academic environment that fosters ethical behavior, critical thinking, virtuous leadership, lifelong learning, and truth seeking with a firm foundation in cognitive, non-cognitive, and technical skills.

As a result, Thales Academy students are well prepared to succeed in higher education, career, and life while positively impacting the world around them. Responsibilities Include: Curriculum - Implementing the approved curriculum. Providing proper pacing guides, lesson plans, and assessments for assigned courses. Cooperation - Working closely with other teammates to develop teaching skills. Collaboration - Participating in productive discussions including team planning meetings and sharing curriculum and instructional expertise.

Professional Development - Engaging in offered professional development opportunities. Professional Etiquette - Acting in a professional manner in verbal and nonverbal communications while following established guidelines. Communication - Promoting communication between parents, community members and teammates, and working to establish and maintain home-school connections. Parental Involvement – Assisting in providing opportunities for parental/guardian involvement within the school.

Qualifications: High energy and organized with a passion for teaching children Direct Instruction or other teaching experience preferred but not required Salary : Salaries are determined by experience and qualifications. Benefits: Medical, dental and vision insurance Disability & life insurance based upon election of medical insurance Paid time off 401k with employer match Flexible spending account (FSA)