Performing Arts Teacher (Grades 5-8)

PAVE Academy Charter School•Brooklyn, OH

About The Position

PAVE Academy Charter School is a public charter school in Red Hook, Brooklyn, NY. PAVE provides a K-8 experience that lays the foundation for a productive and choice-filled life. We build our students brick by brick, equipping them with the academic, social, and emotional skills that they need to become critical thinkers, problem solvers, overcomers and leaders in their communities. PAVE educates 460 Kindergarten – 8th-grade scholars each school year. Across our student population, 85 percent of our students are eligible for the Free and Reduced Lunch Program (FRLP); 36 percent receive special education services, and 17 percent are English Language Learners (ELL). PAVE Red Hook seeks a Middle School Performing Arts Teacher. In addition, the Performing Arts Teacher may serve as a small group academic specialist, working with students who will benefit from a pull-out or push-in model. The Performing Arts Teacher will report directly to the Principal.

Requirements

A strong commitment to PAVE’s mission and vision
An uncompromising belief that all students can learn
A relentless work ethic and a high degree of patience to push through difficult challenges
A willingness to be held accountable for quantifiable student achievement and academic gains
Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachers
Outstanding public speaking and writing skills
Technological proficiency and adaptability
High energy and motivation with an entrepreneurial spirit to succeed
Excellent organizational skills
The desire and humility to grow as an educator
At least two years of experience with a proven track-record of high achievement
Bachelor’s Degree (required)
New York Teaching Certificate or Equivalent

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a theater instructor preferred
Master’s Degree (preferred)
Experience teaching in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred

Responsibilities

Embody, advocate and operationalize the mission, vision, and strategic direction of PAVE
Create and sustain a positive and highly structured school culture of high academic and behavioral expectations
Develop and implement a research-based curriculum to meet or exceed academic standards
Assume responsibility for the academic progress of students with a high sense of urgency and ownership towards quantifiable results
Use assessments and data to inform instructional practices
Utilize IEPs to adapt instruction to reach the needs of students with disabilities in an inclusion setting
Plan and execute lessons aligned to the common core standards for Arts
Maintain strong, professional relationships with colleagues in an environment where listening, critical thought, respectful debate, and compromise is welcomed and essential
Commit to continued professional growth and active participation in PAVE professional development
Ensure all students engage their voice and posture well when speaking and presenting
Work with staff to codify and disseminate cheers, songs, and other culture building exercises
Complete all lesson plans, progress reports, report cards, and administrative functions with care and timeliness
Perform duties as deemed necessary by the Principal