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The Financial Literacy Teacher reports to the assigned School Principal and is responsible for introducing students in grades K–8 to foundational financial concepts through engaging, age-appropriate instruction. This role focuses on building early awareness of money management, saving, spending, and decision-making skills that promote lifelong financial responsibility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following is an explanation of the duties of the Financial Literacy Teacher.  It includes the major highlights of the requirements of the position. There should be a clear understanding that the duties outlined below are not all encompassing. Additional responsibilities may be assigned as required.

1. Develop and deliver interactive lessons on basic financial concepts such as:
2. Earning, saving, spending, and sharing money.
3. Needs vs. wants.
4. Basic budgeting and goal setting.
5. Integrate financial literacy into core subjects such as math, social studies, and reading.
6. Use hands-on activities, games, and real-life scenarios to enhance student understanding.
7. Assess student progress and adapt instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
8. Develop lesson plans.
9. Collaborate with classroom teachers to align lessons with grade-level standards.
10. Incorporate technology and digital tools to support financial literacy learning.
11. Foster critical thinking, problem-solving, and responsible decision-making skills.
12. Engage families by providing resources and strategies to reinforce concepts at home.
13. Maintain a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.
14. Establish a professional respectful rapport with students and with staff to gain their respect. 
15. Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and standards when working with students, parents and school personnel.
16. Notify immediately the Principal and appropriate personnel and agencies when there is evidence of substance abuse, child abuse, weapons, child neglect, severe medical or social conditions, potential suicide or students appearing to be under the influence of alcohol or controlled substance.

PROFESSIONALISM

Interpersonal/Teamwork

1. Maintains positive and professional relationships with students, staff and parents.
2. Contributes as a team member and actively collaborates with others to meet the mission and goals of CHP Schools.

Work Habits

1. Knowledgeable and supportive of CHP Schools policies and procedures, including those in the Policy and Procedure Manual, and implements them consistently.
2. Knowledgeable of laws, regulations, and standards pertinent to his or her work and demonstrates compliance.
3. Demonstrates integrity by striving for safe and effective service delivery, as well as accurate, timely and complete documentation.
4. Contributes to maintaining a ‘Culture of Safety’ for students, parents, colleagues and visitors.
5. Reports to work, as well as all meetings and appointments, in a timely manner.
6. Dresses appropriately and professionally based on scheduled activities of the given day

Professional Development

1. Participates in individual supervision as scheduled by supervisor.
2. Accepts and follows suggestions, directives, and requests to perform additional duties willingly and flexibly.
3. Consults his or her supervisor or others, as appropriate, for collaborative problem solving.
4. Exercises sound judgment, knowledge, and creativity in decision making.
5. Takes on personal development and building a learning environment.
6. Completes and demonstrates competency in all mandatory trainings as identified by the organization including knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development.
7. Participates in additional trainings as identified in supervision or by external licensing, contractual, and accreditation organizations.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education, Training and Experience

1. Bachelor’s degree in Education, Finance, Economics, or a related field
2. Experience working with elementary-aged students
3. Strong understanding of basic financial literacy concepts
4. Excellent communication and classroom management skills
5. Ability to make complex concepts simple and engaging for young learners

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

      1. Valid state teaching certification (Elementary Education preferred)

Ongoing Training and Credentialing

Benefits Offered:

• 403(b) Retirement plan comes with a 6% matching employer contribution
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision
• Paid parental leave 
• School calendar has two weeks' vacation for winter break and 10 days for spring break.

Salary Range: $58,240 - $85,148 *Salary commensurate with experience. 

This is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.