High School Performing Arts Teacher (Immediate)

East Harlem Tutorial Program•New York, NY

11h•$66,000 - $150,000•Onsite

About The Position

East Harlem Scholars Academies are seeking a Performing Arts (Theatre) Teacher to join their team. This role is student-facing and involves working closely with grade teams and the instructional leadership team to develop and implement curriculum, provide high-quality instruction, track student progress, and foster a positive classroom and school culture. The teacher will also act as a class advisor, providing mentorship and support to high school students. The goal is to prepare students with the skills, character, and well-being to excel academically, lead in their communities, and realize their full potential. The organization is committed to anti-racism work and racial equity, preparing scholars to effect change and thrive in the world.

Requirements

Expertise in theatre arts at the high school level or above.
A Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
Hold yourself to high professional and ethical standards.
Experience with or excitement about researching best practices in anti-racist pedagogy.
Enjoy and/or have experience working with diverse populations of students and communities.
Belief that every student can and will learn when provided with a quality education.
Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students who historically have not had equitable access to education opportunities.
Willingness to be flexible in your role and adapt to school and student needs.
Commitment to continuous improvement and learning through professional development.
A minimum of two years of experience in relevant educational positions.

Nice To Haves

Appropriate NYS certification.

Responsibilities

Provide high-quality instruction in performing arts (theatre).
Internalize and potentially develop curriculum in collaboration with grade teams and the instructional leadership team.
Track and measure student progress.
Create a positive classroom and school culture.
Engage in reflection and continuous improvement.
Act as a class advisor for 10-15 students, providing mentorship and support.
Motivate students across academic skill levels.
Cultivate students’ social-emotional awareness and well-being.
Embody and model core values for students.
Set ambitious goals based on backwards planning and aligned with an overall vision for student success.
Demonstrate deep knowledge of content and effective pedagogy.
Set clear expectations and institute routines to establish and maintain a purposeful, supportive, and fun learning environment.
Build a classroom community where restorative practices are actively modeled and used.
Make proactive contributions to the community.
Advance practice through reflection, development opportunities, and participation in the professional community.
Actively engage families and community members.