Experienced Teacher | Elementary School | BTWA ES

Elevate Charter Schools•New Haven, CT

16d•$50,500 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Booker T. Washington Academy (BTWA) Elementary School is seeking a passionate, mission-driven, and experienced Elementary School Teacher to join its K-4 team. This role is for an educator who believes in the potential of all children, is committed to equity, and is eager to foster a love of learning across multiple subjects in a high-need, urban setting. The teacher will deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction across core subjects, create a joyful and structured classroom culture, collaborate with colleagues on curriculum and data analysis, and partner with families to ensure student success. The ideal candidate is reflective, growth-oriented, and eager to contribute to a collaborative, mission-driven school community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in elementary education or a related field
Valid teaching certification in Elementary Education (CT certification or eligibility for reciprocity) is required
At least 2–3 years of teaching experience with a strong track record of student achievement
Ability to create a classroom environment in which students feel safe, supported, and challenged to engage deeply in meaningful work
Strong sense of reflection and personal accountability for student growth, achievement, and experience
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Demonstrated commitment to educational equity, youth development, social-emotional learning, restorative practices, and culturally responsive pedagogy
Deep alignment with the mission and values of ECS and BTWA, including a resolute belief in the potential of every student

Nice To Haves

3+ years of teaching experience with a proven track record of student growth and achievement
Experience in an urban, high-expectations, and/or charter school setting
Familiarity with early literacy and numeracy development, phonics instruction, and small-group interventions
Knowledge of foundational math concepts and experience implementing early math curricula and interventions that build number sense, problem-solving, and conceptual understanding.
Experience differentiating instruction for diverse learners, including ELs and students with IEPs
Familiarity with project‑based learning, inquiry‑driven instruction, or blended learning models

Responsibilities

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned lessons across multiple subjects that foster curiosity, critical thinking, and foundational skills.
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English Learners and students with IEPs, ensuring equitable access to grade-level content.
Use formative and summative assessments to monitor progress, set student goals, and adjust instruction; empower students to reflect on their own growth.
Integrate culturally responsive practices and materials that affirm student identities, broaden perspectives, and teach through an explicitly anti-racist lens.
Incorporate blended learning and small-group instruction to personalize learning and accelerate growth.
Establish a structured, inclusive, and joyful classroom environment rooted in high expectations, restorative practices, and mutual respect.
Build strong relationships with students that foster trust, motivation, resilience, and self-advocacy.
Integrate social-emotional learning into daily instruction and routines, helping students develop empathy, perseverance, and leadership skills.
Reinforce BTWA’s values of character, responsibility, and excellence in daily practice.
Partner proactively with families through regular communication, conferences, and collaborative goal-setting to ensure shared ownership of student success.
Be visible in the school community by attending after-school events (e.g., literacy nights, open houses, community celebrations).
Collaborate with families to support student learning at home and strengthen the home-school connection.
Participate actively in weekly professional learning communities, coaching cycles, and peer observations to continuously refine practice.
Collaborate with grade-level teams to align curriculum, analyze student data, and share best practices.
Contribute to a positive, high-performing adult culture that values feedback, reflection, and collective responsibility for student achievement.
Take initiative in shaping school culture by leading enrichment opportunities such as clubs, reading groups, or community service projects.
Serve on committees or contribute to school-wide initiatives that strengthen academic systems, culture routines, and enrichment experiences.
Support and facilitate common school routines, including arrival and dismissal, lunch and recess duties, and transitions, ensuring safety, consistency, and a positive school culture.
Lead a homeroom or advisory setting that fosters authentic relationships, builds community, and supports students’ social-emotional learning and development.
Model professionalism, adaptability, and a growth mindset in all aspects of the role, embracing feedback and demonstrating resilience in the face of challenges.