Elementary School Lead Teacher (2026-27 School Year)

Mott Haven Academy Charter School • Bronx, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Mott Haven Academy Charter School (Haven Academy) seeks an elementary school teacher dedicated to progressive educational practices and providing high-quality educational opportunities to underserved communities. Its educational model combines rigorous, college-preparatory instruction with on-site social-emotional supports for general community and child welfare students. The school emphasizes using data to improve student outcomes, professional growth, and the belief that all students are entitled to a strong chance for success. Special Education experience is a plus.

The teacher will collaborate with a co-teacher to plan and teach engaging, academically rigorous lessons aligned with Common Core Standards, foster students’ commitment to education, maintain a safe and caring classroom, use assessment data to inform instruction, collaborate with colleagues, and maintain close relationships with families.

Requirements

• Two or more years of teaching experience are strongly preferred.
• Outstanding instructional skills, including the ability to motivate and challenge students.
• Demonstrated ability to create and maintain a warm and orderly environment.
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement.
• Unwavering conviction that all students can learn at a high level.

Nice To Haves

• A Master’s degree in General or Special Education is preferred.
• New York State Teaching Certification is preferred.
• Special Education experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a co-teacher to develop and teach highly engaging, academically rigorous curriculum and lessons aligned with Common Core Standards.
• Inspire students to dedicate themselves fully to their education.
• Establish and uphold classroom routines to ensure a focused, safe, and caring environment.
• With guidance, analyze assessment data and use it to inform instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure student mastery of standards.
• Maintain close relationships with families, including through phone calls and conferences.

Benefits

• Competitive salary that outpaces the DOE scale.
• 401(k) contribution matching.
• Medical and dental benefits.
• Generous leave policy and all DOE holidays.
• Professional development focused on social-emotional learning.
• Coaching cycles, common planning times across grade levels, and weekly content meetings.
• Tuition assistance available to qualifying team members.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed