2026-2027: Elementary General Education Teacher

WHIN Music Community Charter School • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WHIN Music Community Charter School is the first school of its kind, built on the principles of El Sistema. It is a place where children learn, grow, and make music together, fostering a community where staff, families, and students collaborate to prioritize learners' needs and create a powerful shift in public education. The mission is to provide a diverse student population with rigorous academic instruction, intensive music education, and a positive learning environment for academic and personal thriving. WHIN believes all children deserve high-quality education with academic rigor, music creation, and holistic character development. Collaboration with families is key to learner success, and restorative justice, inquiry-based hands-on learning, and authentic experiences are seen as effective environments for growth, success, and joy. The school seeks staff who are eager to grow in a collaborative environment, are excited about working in a diverse school and neighborhood, and are interested in learning about education. The school prioritizes academics alongside students' character and personal growth, with music at its core, encouraging teamwork and project-based, hands-on learning to cultivate curious, creative, and hardworking learners. WHIN is looking for a teacher ready to help grow a unique school community driven by compassion, kindness, and curiosity.

Requirements

• Urban elementary teaching experience
• NYS or equivalent Education Teaching Certification with coursework in elementary education
• Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students
• An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level
• Proven commitment and success working with students and families
• The ability to thrive in a startup environment
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and exciting school
• A sense of humor and kindness towards your colleagues

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Music performance
• Teaching experience and/or certifications
• Project Based Learning and Inquiry Based Learning
• Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice models

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining a fun, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students love to learn for elementary grades
• Differentiating instruction to meet learners’ needs
• Preparing students to be college and career ready as measured by benchmark assessments
• Developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and assessments for students with diverse learning needs
• Driving academic outcomes for all students by analyzing data, differentiating instruction, and supporting each learner’s unique needs
• Contributing to the Child Study Team assessments of student needs
• Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective curriculum
• Inspiring students and fellow staff to perform at their highest potential
• Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with WHIN families
• Uphold all school policies within the classroom
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours
• Attend and participate in all school/parent meetings
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Receive and implement feedback from school leaders and other staff
• Participate with enthusiasm in all school wide professional development

Benefits

• Competitive salary, determined through an equity-focused approach that considers an individual’s skills, education, and relevant experience.
• Teacher pay scale is available for viewing.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees