Elementary School Teacher

Bridge Preparatory Charter School • New York, NY

1d • $65,000 - $95,000

About The Position

Bridge Prep, a mission-driven public charter elementary school on Staten Island, seeks an innovative, talented, and dedicated educator for its collaborative, student-centered learning environment. The school serves students with a range of academic needs, including dyslexia and other language-based reading difficulties. Its academic approach is rooted in the Science of Reading and multisensory instruction, with targeted support to help students develop academically and personally.

Teachers work as part of a classroom teacher pair to plan and facilitate engaging lessons aligned with New York State Standards and Bridge Prep’s curriculum. They analyze student data to guide instruction, build students’ academic and social-emotional skills, communicate and collaborate with families and colleagues, and support students in receiving appropriate services. The role includes developing, implementing, and monitoring IEPs in accordance with federal and state regulations, and participating in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary meetings.

This is a full-time position reporting to the Principal or their designee(s). Compensation is commensurate with experience, ranging from $65,000 to $95,000 annually. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis until all positions are filled.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current New York State or other state elementary school teaching certification.
• Commitment to or experience working with students at various academic levels.
• Understanding of special education mandates, protocols, processes, IEPs, and service plans.
• Experience analyzing data to create, implement, and reflect on student instructional goals.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree.
• Dual certification in both General Education and Special Education.
• Classroom teaching experience with students at a variety of academic levels; experience working with struggling readers is most preferred.
• Evidence of strong classroom management skills.
• Experience with remediation strategies for students of varying ability levels.
• Experience in data evaluation and applied decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Create a collaborative and supportive learning environment where all students can learn.
• Plan and facilitate engaging lessons as part of a classroom teacher pair, aligned with New York State Standards and Bridge Prep’s curriculum.
• Routinely analyze data to increase student achievement.
• Build students’ academic and social-emotional skills through modeling and explicit instruction.
• Participate in professional learning to improve knowledge and skills and increase student achievement.
• Maintain regular, open communication with families to promote student success and growth and encourage family participation, inclusion, and collaboration.
• Advocate to ensure students receive appropriate support and services.
• Develop, implement, and monitor IEPs in accordance with federal and state regulations.
• Participate in IEP meetings, parent conferences, and multidisciplinary meetings to support student progress.
• Collaborate with the co-teacher to differentiate instruction through effective lesson planning and varied strategies that support student learning, engagement, and a positive classroom environment.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits.
• Optional 403(b) retirement plan.
• Competitive, affordable benefits package with flexibility to meet the needs of a diverse staff.
• Frequent training and targeted professional learning opportunities to support professional growth.
• Professional learning and instructional support focused on the Science of Reading and literacy acquisition.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level