SY26-27: Elementary School PE & Health Teacher
About The Position
The Elementary School at School in the Square is a Dual Language 1st-5th grade program dedicated to providing each student with the tools and support to become lifelong learners. The Elementary School provides a creative, bilingual immersion program alongside a focus on SEL. We are looking for dedicated, mission-aligned teachers who have a passion for bilingual immersion. Reporting to our Principal and in collaboration with a diverse and committed School Leadership Team (SLT), you will support our efforts to ensure high academic standards while also focusing on the social-emotional needs of all students. If you have a deep belief that all students can thrive in a challenging, high-quality, nurturing and supportive learning environment, we would love to hear from you.
Requirements
- Skilled in current teaching methods and educational pedagogy including but not limited to: Interactive, hands on, creative learning, Use of technology to support instruction in all areas, Use of assessment to drive instruction, Differentiation of curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners, Knowledge of co-teaching strategies, Knowledge of ELL strategies.
- A strategic, solutions-focused thinker with strong communication and planning skills.
- A strong relationship builder, you get personal fulfillment by teaching and coaching students in both academic and non-instructional situations, respecting and encouraging student effort.
- Familiar with restorative practices, a strong believer in anti racism education, culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, trauma informed practices.
- Self-reflective with the capacity to accept and implement feedback to improve instruction.
- A graduate of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or relevant content area.
- Current possessor of a valid New York State Teaching Certification or willing to enroll in a New York State Teaching Certification Program and obtain such Certification within two years.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual in Spanish preferred
Responsibilities
- Support efforts to ensure high academic standards.
- Focus on the social-emotional needs of all students.
- Teach and coach students in both academic and non-instructional situations.
- Respect and encourage student effort.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Strong benefits program
- 401(k) with a 6% organizational match
- 93% coverage of healthcare coverage
- Longevity bonus
- Generous paid time off
- Supportive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
