HS Writing Teacher

Dr. Richard Izquierdo Health & Science Charter School•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Writing Teacher to join our team at our high school in the South Bronx. The teacher will lead instruction in Argumentative Writing for 9th grade and Literary Writing for 10th grade, helping students build strong foundational writing skills and develop as critical thinkers and effective communicators. The ideal candidate is committed to educational equity, has a passion for literacy, and believes all students can achieve at high levels with the right support and instruction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in English, Education, or a related field required
Strong background in writing instruction and literacy development
Valid New York State teaching certification (or working toward certification) preferred
Prior teaching experience in a school setting is preferred

Nice To Haves

Master’s or MFA preferred

Responsibilities

Exhibit an understanding of and skills relevant to the subject area(s) taught
Demonstrate an ability to make topics and activities meaningful and relevant to each student
Integrate available technology resources compatible with students’ needs and abilities
Develop unit and lesson plans that are clear, logical, and sequential aligned to standards and regents exams, when appropriate
Plan with appropriate specialist(s) to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all students
Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned writing instruction for 9th and 10th grade students
Teach argumentative writing (9th grade) and literary analysis/writing (10th grade)
Develop clear, structured lesson plans with measurable objectives and aligned assessments
Use data to inform instruction and provide targeted support to students
Implement explicit writing instruction, including sentence structure, paragraph development, and essay organization
Provide consistent, actionable feedback to improve student writing through the workshop model
Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including English Language Learners and students with IEPs
Foster a classroom culture of high expectations, revision, and academic discourse
Collaborate with colleagues and participate in professional development
Link present content/skills with past and future learning experiences
Effectively use various instructional strategies (e.g., modeling, cooperative learning, collaboration, and reading and writing in the content areas) to differentiate learning for all students
Effectively use questioning strategies to engage students and promote learning
Monitor students’ understanding of the lesson and adjusts teaching when appropriate
Maximize student learning by providing opportunities for all learners to participate actively and successfully
Explain content and demonstrates skills in a variety of ways to meet the needs of all students
Hold each learner individually responsible for learning
Use results of a variety of assessments to monitor and modify instruction as needed
Effectively use both teacher-made and standardized tests, as appropriate, to measure student performance
Use oral, non-verbal, and written forms of student assessment
Organize, maintain, and use records of student progress to make effective instructional decisions
Continuously monitor students’ progress before, during, and after instruction, and provides meaningful feedback
Demonstrate competence in the use of acceptable grading/ranking/scoring practices in recording and reporting student achievement
Use precise language and acceptable oral expression and written communication
Articulate clear learning goals and instructional procedures for the lesson to the students
Model caring, fairness, courtesy, respect and active listening
Model concern for students’ emotional and physical well being
Seek and maintains positive interactions with students in all school settings
Seek information about student interests and opinions
Enforce the school’s student behavior policies while investing students in the classroom community
Communicate clear expectations about behavior to students and parents
Actively monitor student behavior and provides feedback in a constructive manner to students and parents
Create a physical setting and establishes routines that promote learning and minimize disruption
Structure transitions in an efficient and constructive manner
Manage emergency situations, as they occur, in school settings
Maintain a professional appearance following the school’s dress code policy
Interact with colleagues and students in an ethical and professional manner
Carry out duties in accordance with established policies, practices, and regulations.
Select appropriate channels for resolving concerns and problems, and maintain confidentiality
Complete all classroom and school assignments and responsibilities in a timely and effective manner
Participate in professional growth activities including conferences, workshops, course work and committees or membership in professional organizations
Explore and apply knowledge and information about new or improved methods of instruction and related issues
Identify areas of personal strength and weakness and seek improvement of skills and professional performance
Be self-reflective to improve upon your practice on a regular basis
Initiate communication with parents or guardians concerning student progress or problems in a timely manner
Respond promptly to parental concerns and encourage parental involvement within the school
Interact with parents and the community by providing useful information regarding the school
Work cooperatively with community members in carrying our school and community sponsored functions
Build collaborative relationships with colleagues, sharing teaching insights and coordinating student learning
Support school goals and initiatives and complete other duties as assigned
Plan, organize, develop and conduct a comprehensive teaching and instruction program
Provide appropriate and effective learning experiences for pupils from a wide range achievement levels
demonstrate good judgment and good problem-solving skills
Respond appropriately to evaluation and changes in the work setting
Knowledge or ability to use SIS (student information systems) or online learning platforms (PowerSchool, Google Classroom, etc.)
Ability to break down writing into clear, manageable steps for students
Strong classroom management and organizational skills
Experience supporting struggling readers and writers
Commitment to high expectations and student achievement