2025-2026
TEACHER HIRING POOL

TEACHER HIRING POOL- 
Elementary Teacher Opening for the 2025-2026 School Year - Open until filled
Current openings include:
1 full time first grade position
1 full time third grade position


  Click Here for the Vision Charter School Certificated Staff Application

Vision Charter School is a K-12 College Prep Science and Art focused school. Our mission is to create well educated respectful citizen leaders.

Must currently hold or be able to hold an Idaho Teaching Certificate. 
Preference given to applicants who have had a minimum of three years successful teaching with proficient or higher scores on evaluations.

Vision Charter FTE  2024-2025 salary schedule ranges from $50,118 to $82,467. 
See 2024-2025 Salary Schedule HERE

Full Time Employees will be eligible for Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Benefits, PERSI Retirement, Life Insurance, Ten Sick Days per year, 2 personal days, $1500 per year classroom budget,  $500 per year and two professional days per year for Professional Development. (Additional Sick days based on longevity.)  

The 2024-2025 school calendar is located here. Student contact days equal 143 with 4 day week Teacher contracts are for 163 days during the 2024-2025 school year.  Teacher daily on campus hours are 7:45-3:45PM.  2025-2026 First Semester Calendar is posted here.

Applications may also be found at Visioncharter.net under "more" then click on "careers"
You may also email [email protected] to have it sent to you.

Submit a completed application, resume, copy of unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation, copy of Idaho Teaching Certificate, and application to [email protected]

Wendy OldenKamp
208-455-9220 ext 301 or 208-919-9636
Vision Charter School
19291 Ward Road
Caldwell, Idaho 83605

Founding Family Status is provided to full time staff members. This provides preference in the lottery which significantly improves the chance of children of the employee getting a spot at the school.

Questions may be e-mailed to Mrs. OldenKamp at [email protected].
Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 2
2024-2025 Full Time Certified Employee Salary Schedule: $ 50,118 to $ 82,467 Per Year
See 2024-2025 Salary Schedule HERE


Job Description:
TITLE:  ELEMENTARY EDUCATION TEACHER
QUALIFICATIONS

1. Idaho teaching certificate with an appropriate endorsement, such as Standard Elementary Certificate, Early Childhood/Early Childhood Special Education Blended Certificate (K-3 only), or Generalist Endorsement (K-12)
2. Strong background in teaching methods, developmentally appropriate classroom activities, and effective classroom management
3. Demonstrated knowledge of subject matter and effective teaching methods
4. Strong background in curriculum and Idaho Core Standards
5. Strong background in the integration of technology with instruction
6. Ability to maintain a positive learning environment
7. Works well with students, staff, and the public
8. Excellent organizational skills
9. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
10. Able to work under deadlines
11. Maintain confidentiality of staff and students
    PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY TO Building Principal
    
    JOB SUMMARY
    To provide an elementary education program to help pupils develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for continued education.  To promote academic, social, and citizenship development through leadership and classroom supervision.
    MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
    
    Instruction

 

1. Prepare for assigned classes 
2. Design lessons with an appropriate level of difficulty which provide content in a logical and sequential manner 
3. Employ a variety of instructional techniques and media, consistent with the physical limitations of the classroom and the needs and capabilities of the individuals or student groups involved 
4. Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated 
5. Identify pupil needs and provide instruction appropriate to those needs 
6. Analyze and interpret student data to develop and modify instructional activities
7. Follow modifications and accommodations as specified in Individual Education Plans (IEPs) 
8. Implement the Idaho Core Standards, as well as the district’s philosophy of education and instructional goals and objectives, in lesson plans, classroom instruction, unit planning, and assessments 
9. Devise written and oral assignments and tests that require analytical and critical thinking as well as the reproduction of facts, and use them to evaluate student progress on a regular basis 
10. Prepare students academically for all district, state, and federal testing 
11. Display command of the subject matter 
12. Budget class time effectively 

Other Duties to Students

1. Encourage students to strive to meet their highest potential 
2. Establish and communicate classroom rules, and encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior 
3. Make provisions for being available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms 
4. Work to establish and maintain open lines of communication with students and their parents concerning both the academic and behavioral progress of all assigned students 
5. Take all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities 

Elementary Education

1. Promote active learning using structured and unstructured activities that foster the social, physical, cognitive, and emotional development of young pupils 
2. Observe children in a variety of settings and evaluate the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical skills of pupils 
3. Maintain records of student progress toward the stated objectives of instruction 
4. Assist in facilitating smooth transitions from preschool, kindergarten, and early primary grades programs

Professional Contacts and Activities

1. Attend and participate in faculty meetings 
2. Attend IEP meetings and collaborate with special education teachers as needed 
3. Keep immediate supervisor informed of activities and any issues that may arise 
4. Cooperate with other members of the staff in planning instructional goals, curriculum, objectives, and methods 
5. Provide needed and requested information on a timely and effective basis 

Other

1. Assist in upholding and enforcing school rules 
2. Maintain accurate and complete records as required by federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy
3. Input data in a timely fashion
4. Assume responsibility for his or her continuing professional growth and development by attendance at professional meetings, membership in professional organizations, enrollment in advanced courses, and by reading professional journals and other publications 
5. Adhere to The Code of Ethics of the Idaho Teaching Profession adopted by the Professional Standards Commission and the State Board of Education 
6. Seek assistance should emergencies arise
7. Represent the school district in a positive manner
8. Know and follow school district policy and chain of command
9. Perform other duties as assigned 

EVALUATION
Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the building principal in conformance with district policy and IDAPA 08.02.02.120.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
By contract as determined by the Board of Trustees in accordance with federal and state law, administrative rules, and Board policy.

NOTE
All certificated and non-certificated employees and other individuals are required to undergo a criminal history check and submit to fingerprinting.  Any applicant convicted of any of the felony crimes enumerated in Section 33-1208, Idaho Code may not be hired, and any applicant convicted of any felony offense listed in Section 33-1208(2), Idaho Code shall not be hired.
Vision Charter School is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.