Bronx Elementary School Teacher (25-26 SY)

Democracy Prep Public Schools • New York, NY

98d • $68,707 - $137,729

About The Position

Democracy Prep Public Schools is committed to ensuring all scholars succeed in the college of their choice and lead a life of active citizenship. As a teacher, you will play a vital role in creating a classroom culture that reflects high expectations and high support, fostering academic and personal growth for every scholar. This opening is located at our Elementary school campus in the Bronx.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree (required).
• 2+ years of teaching experience, preferably in urban education (preferred).
• State certification (preferred).
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to create an inclusive and positive classroom culture that emphasizes high expectations for all scholars.
• Commitment to professional growth through coaching, reflection, and collaborative work with colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere characterized by high expectations and high support.
• Engage in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for staff and scholars.
• Plan and prepare for the effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum.
• Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practice.
• Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication.
• Continuously improve your practice through weekly coaching sessions, professional development, and collaborative, data-driven reflection with department and grade-level teams.
• Cultivate the social-emotional growth of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture and leveraging strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the scholar support team.
• Engage students in age-appropriate conversations and activities about current events, participation in community service, and the celebration of culture, heritage, and identity.
• Participate in school-wide events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities as assigned by school leadership.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 403B matching
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Smartphone
• Laptop

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree