Middle School English Teacher

Great Oaks Charter School, NYC•New York, NY

3d•$69,000 - $95,000•Onsite

About The Position

Great Oaks Kathleen Sherry Charter School– New York City (GO-NYC) prepares students to shape the world, not be defined by it. We believe children learn best through a combination of direct instruction and project-based, authentic experiences to support skill development and accelerate learning. Our program is organized around the design principles of Mastery, Leadership, and Community. GO-NYC provides rigorous, project-based learning, advanced coursework, and supplemental tutorial support that centers equity, culturally responsive teaching, and strong relationships. We seek talented, tenacious, asset-minded people who share our belief that all students deserve a high-quality education. Design Principles Mastery: For students to shape the world and not be defined by it, they must develop deep knowledge and the ability to apply this knowledge to new contexts. We emphasize student-centered, projected based curriculum and joyful teaching. Leadership: The purpose of leadership is to support a vision of the world in which equity and justice are essential. We offer leadership opportunities to students so that they can persist through challenges, plan proactively for their future, and collaborate with others. Community: Community is predicated on the understanding that if it takes a village to raise a child, why not help raise the village. We support the whole child in the development of healthy self-esteem and confidence by building deep relationships with others and themselves.

Requirements

Proven success in implementing high-quality instruction that led to the improvement of student achievement in an urban school
Exceptional relationship building skills
Ability to communicate clearly to multiple stakeholders
A strong academic record with a Bachelor’s degree from a competitive college or university required
At least two years of experience improving student achievement at an urban school
Extremely strong classroom management abilities
A strong belief that all students can succeed
A do-whatever-it-takes attitude including a willingness to work occasionally on the weekend or in the evening
An exceptional ability to respond well to feedback and implement it immediately
Bachelor’s degree required.
At least two years of experience improving student achievement at an urban school
Experience working in an Education or school setting, Charter School experience preferred
Extremely strong classroom management abilities
Ability to work long hours
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Relentless commitment to the mission of Great Oaks Charter School and belief that every student has what it takes to be successful
Demonstrated ability to achieve academic growth and model a data driven instruction culture
An exceptional ability to respond well to feedback and implement it immediately
Successfully completes required criminal history proof of U.S citizenship or legal resident status

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree in subject area preferred
State teaching certification in secondary English (strongly preferred)
State teaching certification in secondary English (strongly preferred)
Charter School experience preferred

Responsibilities

Aligning planning to the English (ELA) Common Core Standards and student assessment data
Using data-driven techniques to set ambitious goals for scholars
Collaborating with the Special Services team and Tutor Corps to build differentiated learning plans for all scholars
Maintaining consistent communications with families regarding student progress
Taking a leadership role in the Grade Level Planning team and in the Student Support Services Team
Holding weekly Office Hours and Homework Help Center
Clearly and consistently communicating and upholding school rules, values, and expectations in and out of the classroom
Setting an urgent, respectful, and positive tone in the classroom
Displaying extraordinary time management to maximize student learning
Building relationships with students that communicate the importance of college success and your belief that they will succeed
Building a collaborative, respectful advisory classroom community
Taking on responsibilities outside of their content area instruction such as advisory, lunch duty, enrichment classes, and after school activities
Demonstrating solid knowledge and understanding of English and ELA
Using a multitude of instructional strategies that are academically rigorous and highly engaging
Executing detailed lesson plans mapped to specific Common Core standards
Taking responsibility for student progress; constantly working to respond to students’ need