4th Grade Teacher

PAVE Academy Charter School•Brooklyn, NY

11d•Onsite

About The Position

PAVE Academy Charter School is a public charter school in Red Hook, Brooklyn, New York, serving students from kindergarten through eighth grade. PAVE seeks elementary teachers for kindergarten through fourth grade for the 2026–2027 school year. Teachers instruct English language arts, math, social studies, science, and character development, and implement PAVE’s curriculum and assessment programs. Elementary teachers work in a co-teaching environment on a grade team, sharing responsibility and accountability. Teachers report directly to the Principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
New York State Teaching Certification or equivalent.
At least two years of experience with a proven track record of high achievement in the classroom.
Strong commitment to PAVE’s mission and vision.
Belief that all students can learn.
Strong work ethic and patience when facing challenges.
Willingness to be held accountable for measurable student achievement and academic gains.
Ability and commitment to use data and regular assessment to inform instructional decisions.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with a team of teachers.
Outstanding public speaking and writing skills.
Technological proficiency and adaptability.
Excellent organizational skills.
Desire and humility to grow as an educator.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
Experience teaching in an urban public school or charter school setting.

Responsibilities

Embody, advocate for, and operationalize PAVE’s mission, vision, and strategic direction.
Create and sustain a positive, highly structured school culture with high academic and behavioral expectations.
Implement a research-based curriculum to meet or exceed academic standards.
Take ownership of students’ academic progress and pursue quantifiable results with urgency.
Use assessments and data to inform instructional practices.
Use IEPs to adapt instruction for students with disabilities in an inclusion setting.
Communicate regularly and effectively with students and parents about student progress.
Maintain professional relationships with colleagues and contribute to a collaborative environment.
Commit to continued professional growth and actively participate in PAVE professional development.
Complete lesson plans, progress reports, report cards, and administrative functions carefully and on time.
Teach ELA, math, social studies, science, and character development, and implement PAVE’s curriculum and assessment programs.
Share responsibility and accountability with fellow educators in a co-teaching grade team.