Amber Charter Schools New York City , NY 10008
Posted 2 months ago
Position Summary
The Amber Charter School Classroom Teacher understands and promotes the school's mission, vision, objectives, and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The Classroom Teacher is responsible for providing a classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of all children in accordance with the school's mission and values established by the school.
Note: Our Middle Schools are located at our East Harlem campus and our Inwood campus.
Essential Responsibilities
Curriculum Implementation:
Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the school's curriculum and educational standards.
Foster a love for learning through creative and interactive teaching methods.
Classroom Management:
Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
Implement effective behavior management strategies to ensure a respectful and focused learning environment.
Student Assessment:
Assess students' progress through regular evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
Collaborate with colleagues to analyze assessment data and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
Parent Communication:
Maintain open and regular communication with parents or guardians regarding student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement.
Organize and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
Collaboration:
Work collaboratively with other teachers, specialists, and support staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational team.
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
Incorporate Technology:
Integrate technology into the curriculum to enhance and support the learning experience.
Ensure students are proficient in essential digital skills.
Cultural Competence:
Foster a culturally competent and inclusive learning environment that respects and celebrates diversity.
Incorporate diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Professional Development:
Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
Pursue opportunities for further education and training.
Required Experience and Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree
Strong knowledge of pedagogical theories, child development, and effective teaching strategies.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
Technological proficiency for incorporating digital tools into teaching.
Familiarity with high-quality curriculum programs.
A high degree of comfort and confidence planning and implementing rigorous, engaging, and effective instruction.
Capacity to develop strong relationships based on trust, respect, effective communication, and common goals.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple obligations and initiatives, strong attention to detail, and excellent time management.
Strong command of all Microsoft Office and Google drive programs.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Completion and pass pre-employment Fingerprinting and Reference check process
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Perform other duties as assigned
Preferred Experience and Qualifications
2 years experience as a lead teacher in a middle school setting
Masters Degree in the field of education
NYS teaching certification (Science Grades 5-9, Science Grades 7-12)
Ability to speak, read, write and understand the Spanish language
Amber's Expectations
Regular attendance and punctuality
Well-groomed and able to maintain a professional appearance
Organizational fit for Amber culture, that is, exhibit the Amber Traits of Achievement, Community, Responsibility, Honesty and Respect
Equipment
Work Schedule
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Compensation
Amber Charter Schools strictly follow a salary schedule for each role to ensure our continued commitment towards pay equity. The expected salary range for this role is $62,530 - $104,163, depending on verified relevant work experience, highest level of completed education, and required certifications and/or licenses for the role. This is an exempt position.
Amber Charter Schools