Kindergarten Teacher

CAPITAL PREP HARBOR SCHOOL INC • New Rochelle, NY

98d • $62,784 - $79,200

About The Position

Capital Preparatory Schools is a charter school management organization operating a network of educational communities. Our mission is to build a path where there was none. From its inception, the Capital Prep community—our scholars, parents, faculty, and staff—have committed to creating a compelling and meaningful educational experience. The Capital Preparatory Schools has four school locations: one in Harlem, NY, one in the Bronx, NY, and two locations in Bridgeport, Connecticut providing students in grades K–12 with a year-round, college-preparatory education that encourages students to become scholars and agents of change. Capital Preparatory Schools believes that all children, when given the right conditions and environment, will succeed and excel in their academic and social-emotional growth. This is achieved by blending elements of academic models that successfully support scholars from historically disadvantaged populations, with innovative approaches that get 100% of our graduates accepted to four-year colleges.

Requirements

• Team player and life-long learner.
• Receptive to ongoing feedback.
• Exemplary professional values.
• Three years of teaching experience (preferred).
• Experience in analyzing data to drive instruction.
• Commitment to student engagement and student success.
• Bachelor’s degree, Graduate degree preferred.
• NYS certification preferred, commitment to achieve certification required.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, effective, student-centered learning environment that fosters student curiosity.
• Motivate students to put forth their best efforts in academics, athletics, activities, and personal conduct.
• Support students to recognize their full potential in all areas of human development.
• Build a bridge of communication and involvement with parents, families, and community leaders.
• Analyze data and use it to inform and drive instruction.
• Attend all professional development trainings, data team meetings, and curriculum meetings.
• Collaborate with peers and school leaders to improve instructional strategies, school climate, and leadership skills.
• Participate in professional trainings to enhance knowledge as well as educational and leadership capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries for first-year Illuminators (teachers), ranging from $62,784 for non-certified bachelor's degree holders to $79,200 for those with a master's degree and certification.
• Salary is commensurate with years of lead teaching experience, education level and certification status.
• Comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree