High School Science Teacher

Pharos Academy Charter School•New York City, NY

23h•Onsite

About The Position

Pharos Academy Charter School is seeking a dedicated High School Science Teacher who is passionate about working with students, fostering both academic and behavioral growth. The ideal candidate embraces the learning process, understanding that mistakes are opportunities for growth. This role emphasizes treating all students with dignity, teaching essential non-academic skills such as hard work, collaboration, kindness, and receiving feedback. A strong emphasis is placed on meticulous planning, preparation, data utilization, and a drive for excellence, recognizing that thorough preparation is key to student achievement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in secondary education or Science related field of study.
Proficiency in content area, and clear understanding of how to relate science to the real world.
Strong love and commitment to helping students work through mistakes while building pro-social and academic skills.
Experience working with middle or high school-aged children in an academic or youth development setting.
Experienced teachers must show a proven track record of achievement in the classroom.

Responsibilities

Commitment to daily and long-term lesson planning and instructional preparation to ensure students get the most out of each class.
Commitment and drive to constantly learn and improve practice through implementing feedback from instructional leadership, peers, parents, and students to better serve and meet the needs of all students.
Commitment to using data to improve short term and long-term student achievement goals.
Full accountability for student academic outcomes and classroom culture and a steadfast belief that all students can achieve.
Commitment to being a team player (crew member) and belief in Pharos Academy’s core values and educational viewpoint.