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Employment Opportunities

Hickory Grove Christian School (HGCS) is now accepting applications and resumes for teaching positions (TK-12) for the upcoming school year. Located in Charlotte, NC, HGCS is a college-preparatory school serving a vibrant community of approximately 700 students from diverse academic, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. As a ministry, we are dedicated to partnering with parents to nurture each student’s identity in Christ while preparing them for life through a biblical worldview.

Why Serve at HGCS?

  • We are unapologetically Christian, firmly upholding the truth of God's Word.
  • We are committed to both spiritual and academic excellence.
  • We prioritize relevant, ongoing professional development for our faculty.
  • We offer a competitive benefits package, especially when compared to other Christian schools in the area.

We invite candidates seeking full-time or part-time positions, including those interested in supporting the school in various capacities such as administration and athletics, to apply. We are especially interested in highly qualified individuals who are passionate about serving a diverse community of learners.

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Opportunities

Special Education Teacher

Position Summary

This full-time position provides specialized instruction and support to elementary or middle or high school students with diverse learning needs. The ideal candidate will be skilled in developing and implementing instructional plans for students who qualify for accommodations and/or modifications. Also, this individual will collaborate with general education teachers to support students without documented needs to ensure successful learning experiences. 

Candidate Profile

Primary characteristics of the ideal candidate will include:

Education/Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree welcomed.
  • Special Education training or certification required.
  • Committed Christian in agreement with the school’s Statement of Faith.
  • Active in a local bible-believing church.

Experience/Skills

  • 3-5 years of experience as a special education teacher in a K12 setting, or closely related professional training and experience in special education.
  • Experience working within the MTSS framework.
  • Expertise in developing a robust, inclusive learning community.
  • Skilled communicator.
  • Known ability to build rapport with colleagues, students, and parents.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with teachers to develop, implement, and evaluate instructional plans for students.
  • Provide direct instruction to students individually and in small groups, using various teaching techniques and materials.
  • Work with general education teachers to ensure that students receive appropriate accommodations and/or modifications.
  • Work with general education teachers to appropriately modify the general education curriculum to meet the individual needs of specific students.
  • Use data to drive instructional decision-making
  • Monitor student progress and communicate regularly with parents/guardians.
  • Collaborate with private providers and the public school district on IEP and 504 evaluation teams.
  • Collaborate with our team of special education teachers to support the needs of all assigned students.
  • Adhere to federal, state, and local regulations regarding special education.

Position Details

  • Position begins July 30, 2026
  • Direct report to the Director of Educational Support Services
  • Salary range based on experience on a teacher tiered scale

How to Apply

Early Education Center

The HGCS Early Education Center, located at both the Harris Campus and Mallard Creek Campus, is expanding!

Positions Available:

  • Full-time and part-time teachers and assistants at Harris Campus
  • Part-time teachers and assistants at Mallard Creek Campus
  • Substitute teachers at Harris and Mallard Creek Campuses

Qualifications:

  • NC Lead Teacher Credential or willingness to obtain it
  • Current NC Division of Child Development and Early Education Qualifying Letter (candidates may complete this process upon offer of employment and prior to start date)
  • Experience in early education preferred

Spanish Immersion Teacher (Kindergarten - 8th Grade)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain a safe, positive, and Christ-centered classroom environment that supports students’ academic, social, and spiritual growth.
  • Plan, implement, and assess engaging lessons that support language development and content learning.
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners within the immersion setting.
  • Monitor student progress and communicate effectively with families regarding academic and behavioral growth.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to strengthen the Spanish immersion program.
  • Integrate Christian values and biblical worldview into daily instruction and classroom interactions.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Education required; degree in Bilingual Education.
  • Advanced proficiency in Spanish is required based on ACTFL proficiency levels.
  • Understanding of or willingness to learn best practices in language immersion and dual language education.
  • Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
  • Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Christian education.

Spanish Teacher (9th - 12th Grade)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and maintain a safe, positive, and Christ-centered classroom environment that supports students’ academic, social, and spiritual growth.
  • Provide rigorous, proficiency-based instruction in Spanish for continuing immersion, advanced, and AP-level courses.
  • Teach primarily in Spanish, maintaining high levels of target-language use in accordance with immersion and ACTFL best practices.
  • Use a variety of assessments (formative and summative) to evaluate student progress in interpretive, interpersonal, and presentational communication.
  • Integrate a biblical worldview and Christian values appropriately into instruction and classroom interactions.
  • Collaborate with immersion and world language faculty to ensure vertical alignment and program coherence.
  • Adhere to all school policies, procedures, and professional expectations.
     

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree required; degree in Spanish, education, or a related field preferred.
  • Advanced proficiency in Spanish required; native or near-native proficiency strongly preferred.
  • Strong skills in curriculum design, assessment, and classroom management.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Commitment to the mission, vision, and values of Christian education.

Substitute Teachers

Key Responsibilities:

  • Foster a positive and productive classroom environment.
  • Implement lesson plans as prepared by the regular teacher.
  • Adhere to all school regulations and policies.
  • Complete required HGCS substitute teacher training.

Qualifications:

  • Prior experience working with and supervising children.
  • High school diploma required; college education preferred.
  • Bilingual applicants (Spanish) are strongly encouraged to apply.

Athletic Coaches

We are seeking candidates for the following coaching positions:

  • Varsity Volleyball Assistant Coach (Fall)
  • Middle School Cheerleading Coach (Winter)
  • Middle School Boys Basketball Coach (Winter)
  • Middle School Boys Basketball Assistant Coach (Winter)
  • Varsity Swim Assistant Coach (Winter)

Non-Discriminatory Policy:
Hickory Grove Christian School welcomes students of all races, colors, and national or ethnic origins, providing equal rights, privileges, programs, and activities. HGCS is committed to non-discrimination in the administration of its educational policies.