5th Grade Teachers - Multiple Subject Areas

NORTHWOOD ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL•Philadelphia, PA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Northwood Academy Charter School (NACS) Teacher is responsible for instructing students and creating relevant learning experiences in a supportive K-8 environment. The Teacher provides a rigorous academic and classroom built upon the school's core values of high expectations and meaningful relationships. Additionally, the Teacher uses knowledge, competency, and a positive nature to provide students with a strong foundation for future educational and social opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement
Teacher certification - completed or in process
Active and valid Pennsylvania state clearances and credentials.
Demonstrated expertise in subject area
Drive to improve the minds and lives of students in and out of the classroom
Mastery of and enthusiasm for Education and teaching
Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player
Belief in service for others and service learning
Belief in and alignment with NACS’ mission
Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students

Responsibilities

Practice and develop Key Teacher Skills daily
Bring joy and excitement to the work every day
Plan, internalize, and deliver high quality lesson plans using designated curricula
Implement curricula and coordinate classroom learning activities grounded in academic standards and character developments
Reinforce academic concepts by teaching whole and small groups and tutoring individual students
Support a positive classroom environment by employing classroom management strategies, behavior interventions, and social emotional learning
Use assessment data and feedback structures to inform your instructional decisions, attend and take ownership in data meetings with Assistant Principals or other instructional leaders
Conduct appropriate assessments of students' work and maintain accurate and regular data on students in areas of attendance, grades and IEP progress if applicable.
Communicate with students with optimistic growth mindset language
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Additional duties as assigned