Head Teacher (Chinese Immersion) - Grades 1-2, Lower Division

Avenues•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Avenues is a top-tier school in New York City that focuses on teaching and learning through dual language immersion and challenging interdisciplinary projects. We foster a culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and deep collaboration, utilizing state-of-the-art technology. Our team consists of brilliant colleagues with diverse experiences, creating a unique educational experience. Collaboration is central to our approach, especially given that our students in grades 1-5 alternate their days between English and Target Language classrooms. Teacher teams, composed of English and Chinese teachers, share two classes of students and are responsible for teaching curriculum that promotes students’ social, emotional, and academic growth in both languages. Teacher teams communicate daily to plan lessons and discuss student progress, with additional collaboration during weekly meetings with grade-level and language colleagues.

Requirements

At least 3 years of teaching experience in grades K-6 with a proven track record of student learning
Full professional fluency in Mandarin Chinese
Strong understanding of and instructional skills teaching through a balanced literacy approach in the reading and writing workshop model
Experience with problem-based mathematics instruction
Highly effective collaborator, eager to listen deeply, contribute to a team and achieve goals together
Deep dedication to learning and growing as an educator
Respect for, and appreciation of, a diverse community of learners, families and colleagues
Eager to embrace change and consider new perspectives
Graduate degree in education, teaching or a related field

Nice To Haves

Candidates with diverse backgrounds encouraged to apply

Responsibilities

Collaborate intensively and daily with Chinese and English colleagues to design learning outcomes, monitor growth, and thoughtfully address individual student needs.
Design innovative curriculum that engages all learners in meaningful and challenging work that cultivates real-world problem solving skills and develops social responsibility.
Deeply connect with students, colleagues and parents to vigorously uphold a culture of welcome, safety and respect.
Invoke a robust learning atmosphere that leads students to deeply value being at school and feel part of a rigorous and joyful learning community.
Partner with and mentor an associate teacher to create a student-centered classroom and further their growth.