5th Grade ELA Teacher (SY 26-27)

Explore Schools•New York, NY

1d•$62,710 - $93,636•Onsite

About The Position

Explore Schools is hiring a 5th Grade ELA Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The role is based at one of the organization’s public charter schools in Brooklyn, New York, and requires in-person work. The teacher delivers culturally responsive ELA instruction, supports students’ academic and social-emotional growth, and contributes to a safe, inclusive, and academically rigorous classroom community. The position is exempt and is not eligible for overtime. The standard work week is 45 hours, though the role may sometimes require more. Explore Schools is a network of six charter schools serving 1,700 students in Brooklyn. The organization aims to provide standards-aligned, culturally responsive education and is committed to building an inclusive team and addressing systems and structures that perpetuate white supremacy. Its approach emphasizes high expectations, rigorous academics, caring relationships, equity, and family engagement. Compensation is based on relevant experience, education, and New York State certification. For the 2026–2027 school year, teachers with a bachelor’s degree and 0–10 years of experience can expect an annualized base salary of $62,710–$84,000; those with a master’s degree and 0–10 years of experience can expect $67,486–$93,636. The salary scale does not cap incoming teachers’ years of experience, and annual increases are offered based on tenure. Additional compensation may be available for additional time worked, leadership opportunities, and specialized certifications. Candidates applying to ELA Teacher roles beginning September 29 are eligible for a $6,000 signing bonus if they join the team.

Requirements

Classroom teaching experience is required.
Bachelor’s degree is required.
Ability to teach grades 3–8.
ELA content knowledge and pedagogical knowledge.
Ability to build relationships with students and use classroom management strategies to promote safety and inclusion.
Ability to clearly and precisely present new content and lead inquiry-based classroom discussions.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Ability to stand for at least five hours a day, take multiple trips up and down stairs during the day, and move quickly in an emergency.

Nice To Haves

Two years of classroom teaching experience preferred.
New York State Teaching Certification preferred.
Master’s degree in Education preferred.
Experience or commitment in working with historically underserved and under-resourced communities.
Commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy and relationship-building, including thoughtful engagement in identity work.
Dedication to achieving results and improving teaching practice and student outcomes.

Responsibilities

Deliver lessons using culturally responsive pedagogical strategies to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth and achievement.
Prepare and internalize the shared curriculum and create thoughtful, engaging unit and lesson plans.
Administer and grade assessments, analyze results, and act on assessment data.
Maintain accurate and organized student records.
Use Responsive Classroom practices, including morning meetings, teacher language, and interactive modeling, to cultivate a positive classroom culture.
Foster a restorative environment in which students build relationships and repair harm to the community.
Collaborate with colleagues across content areas and grade levels.
Attend and actively participate in meetings, including PLCs, grade-level meetings, and professional development sessions.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed and communicate with parents on an ongoing basis.
Ensure student safety at all times.
Provide non-instructional student supervision, including arrival and dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, and extracurricular activities.
Attend field trips during the year, which may include overnight trips for specific grades.
Engage in identity work and necessary conversations to dismantle white supremacy culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary with annual increases based on tenure and no cap on incoming teachers’ years of experience.
Additional compensation opportunities, including stipends for additional time worked and leadership opportunities, and additional pay for specialized certifications.
A $6,000 signing bonus for eligible ELA Teacher applicants who apply beginning September 29 and join the team.
Comprehensive benefits plan covering up to 95% of the cost for employees and their families.
Dental and vision plans.
Employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Parental leave benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Vacation time and paid holidays.
Professional development and continuing education scholarships.
Referral bonuses.
Employee assistance program.
Childcare assistance.
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
Flexible work location during non-student hours one to three days a week when possible, within a structured 45-hour work week.
Weekly professional development, year-round retreats and trainings, and ongoing coaching.
Scholarship funds toward qualifying certification costs or higher education tuition.