2026-2027 Middle School Electives Teacher

Coney Island Prep • New York, NY

86d • $71,250 - $97,750

About The Position

Electives at Coney Island Prep bring creativity into the learning process for our scholars and enrich their academic experience. Whether they’re dancing across the room, practicing their stage presence or learning how to code, scholars learn from Electives Teachers who bring fun and joy to school on a daily basis. We are open to a number of specializations including - but certainly not limited to - music, art, drama, theater, languages, computer science or video game design, speech and debate, languages, PE, dance and yoga! Electives Teachers could potentially work at any of our four campuses.

Requirements

• Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values.
• Bachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required; Master’s degree strongly preferred.
• Passion for and expertise in your content area; experience with intended grade level preferred.
• Experience with Google Suite, MacBooks, Chromebooks, and flat panels.
• Cultural competencies and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases.
• Culturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skills.
• Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills.
• Self-reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition and desire to grow and develop.
• A positive, solution-oriented attitude and drive for excellence.
• Eagerness to work collaboratively with your grade teams and coach.
• A strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Internalize standards-aligned curriculum and content and teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments.
• Communicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staff.
• Commit to a culture of consistently implementing school-wide systems, structures, procedures and feedback.
• Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community.
• Analyze instructional and culture data to action plan and improve teaching practice.
• Create a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment.
• Participate in school community responsibilities such as lunch duty, dismissal and hallway duties, and whole-school events.
• Foster student ownership and engagement that encourages student-led discussions and accountability for high-quality work.
• Demonstrate a reflective and solutions-oriented approach by actively seeking and responding to feedback.
• Cultivate a structured and supportive classroom community that prioritizes strong relationships and clear expectations.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary range from $71,250-$97,750 based on experience.
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 403(b) retirement benefit package with match.
• Paid Family Leave.
• MacBook Air provided for staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees