2026-2027: Middle School ELA Teacher

WHIN Music Community Charter School • New York, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

WHIN Music Community Charter School is seeking a Middle School ELA Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. WHIN is a unique school founded on the principles of El Sistema, fostering a community where children learn, grow, and make music together. The school's mission is to provide rigorous academic instruction, intensive music education, and a positive learning environment for its diverse student population, enabling every student to thrive academically and personally. WHIN believes in high-quality education for all children, emphasizing academic rigor, music creation, and holistic character development. Collaboration with families is seen as crucial for student success, and the school utilizes restorative justice, inquiry-based learning, and authentic experiences to create effective environments for growth. The ideal candidate will be excited about working in a collaborative environment where diversity is central and will be interested in learning about being an educator. The role involves prioritizing academics while ensuring students' character and personal growth, with music at its core. Project-based, hands-on learning is used to cultivate curious, creative, and hardworking learners. WHIN is looking for a teacher ready to help grow a unique school community driven by compassion, kindness, and curiosity.

Requirements

• Urban middle school teaching experience
• NYS or equivalent Education Teaching Certification with coursework in middle school / ELA education
• Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students
• An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level
• Proven commitment and success working with students and families
• The ability to thrive in a startup environment
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and exciting school

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Music performance
• Teaching experience and/or certifications
• Project Based Learning and Inquiry Based Learning
• Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice models

Responsibilities

• Creating and maintaining a fun, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students love to learn
• Differentiating instruction to meet learners’ needs
• Preparing students to be college and career ready as measured by benchmark assessments
• Developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and assessments for students with diverse learning needs
• Driving academic outcomes for all students by analyzing data, differentiating instruction, and supporting each learner’s unique needs
• Contributing to the Child Study Team assessments of student needs
• Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective curriculum
• Inspiring students and fellow staff to perform at his or her highest potential
• Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with WHIN families
• Uphold all school policies within the classroom
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours
• Attend and participate in all school/parent meetings
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Receive and implement feedback from school leaders and other staff
• Participate with enthusiasm in all school wide professional development

Benefits

• Competitive salary, determined through an equity-focused approach that considers an individual’s skills, education, and relevant experience.
• Teacher pay scale is available for viewing here.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed