2026-2027: Elementary Science Teacher

WHIN Music Community Charter School • New York, NY

2d • Onsite

About The Position

WHIN Music Community Charter School is seeking a teacher for the 2026-2027 school year to join their unique school community. WHIN is the first school of its kind, built on the principles of El Sistema, aiming to provide a rigorous academic and intensive music education in a positive learning environment. The school emphasizes collaboration with families, restorative justice, inquiry-based learning, and authentic experiences. The ideal candidate will be passionate about working in a diverse school and neighborhood, and interested in learning about education. The role involves fostering an engaging and inclusive classroom culture, differentiating instruction, preparing students for college and career readiness, developing curriculum and assessments, driving academic outcomes through data analysis, contributing to Child Study Team assessments, collaborating with colleagues, inspiring students and staff, building relationships with families, upholding school policies, attending school functions and meetings, and participating in professional development.

Requirements

• Urban middle school teaching experience
• NYS or equivalent Education Teaching Certification with coursework in childhood / science 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
• 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 his or her 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees