Elementary School Teacher – Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem – New York, NY

Elementary School Teacher

Elementary School: Kindergarten – 4th Grade

Start Date: August 2015

Location: Harlem, NY

The Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem was chartered by the New York State Education Department and opened in Central Harlem in August 2012 with kindergarten and first grade. During the summer of 2015 we will grow to fourth grade and add a grade each year thereafter until the school accommodates scholars in kindergarten through eighth grade. The school has an accomplished and committed Board, which includes its two founders as well as a Head of School. We are looking for experienced educators who are excited by the challenge of being part of a high achieving school and have the dedication and motivation to make it happen.

Mission of the School

Our mission is to provide the children of Harlem with new educational opportunities though a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social and emotional development of each child. Our students, who will include high functioning children with autism spectrum disorders, will become independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory high schools and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that will allow them to reach their full potential.

Teaching at The Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem:

High quality, dedicated teachers who have a professional and personal dedication to student achievement are the single most important factor to the success of students and the school. Therefore, recruiting and selecting the best teaching staff is of paramount importance to our success.

Each of our teachers will be supported by:

Attending a new staff orientation
Professional development sessions that target:
Working alongside students with disabilities, specifically students with high-functioning autism spectrum disorders
Conceptual understanding and planning using the Common Core Standards
Deep knowledge of the curricular programs used in the school
Delivery of instruction
Intensive methodology in scaffolding curriculum to meet diverse learners
Developing assessments to track effectiveness of lessons
Higher-order thinking
Inquiry-based learning
Classroom management
Including families as partners

Responsibilities of our Teaching Staff:

    Belief System
Have an unyielding belief that all students will achieve
Desire to tailor instruction and “think outside of the box” to expose students to high quality and meaningful instruction at all times

    Planning and Preparation
Set and hold students accountable for high academic and behavioral standards
Design rigorous, inquiry-based lessons
Immediately adjust lessons and teaching style if it is not resulting in academic and emotional growth
Consider the various learning styles of students when planning and implement opportunities for all students to participate in every lesson

    Delivery of Instruction
Deliver fast paced and stimulating lessons

    Classroom Management and Classroom Culture
Maintain impeccable order in the classroom with clear expectations and routines
Develop and maintain a phenomenal room environment that is clean, organized and student centered

    Developing as a Professional
Willingness to give and accept feedback in order to promote professional growth
Willingness to be a public learner and participate in learning opportunities with colleagues

    Student Data and Assessments
Develop and implement frequent assessments
Use informal and formal assessments to adjust teaching practices
Communicate assessment data with students and families
Maintain student portfolios
Create and implement performance based tasks for multiple subject areas
Participate in frequent review of student assessment data with supervisors

    Professionalism and Skills
Impeccable teacher attendance and punctuality is expected
Superior communication skills
Strong work ethic

Educational Background and Work Experience

Bachelor’s degree
New York State certification or eligible
Demonstrated success working with students
One year of teaching experience working an urban setting (preferred)
Knowledge and experience working with students with disabilities, specifically high-functioning autism spectrum disorders

Compensation

We offer a very competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

How to apply

To Apply

E-mail cover letter and resume to:

jobs@ncsharlem.org

Please type “General Education Teacher” or “Special Education Teacher” in the subject line of your e-mail.

Please do not apply if you do not hold NYS teaching certification or are not eligible for NYS teaching certification through interstate reciprocity.

The Neighborhood Charter School of Harlem is an equal opportunity employer.

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