Summer Academy Teacher

Democracy Prep Public Schools•New York, NY

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Summer Academy Teachers teach at Democracy Prep Summer Academy with the same level of urgency and dedication seen throughout the normal academic school year. Positions are available for grades 9–12 across all subject areas, including Korean, at our New York schools. All curricular materials are provided. The program runs from July 1 through July 31.

Requirements

An educator with an unwavering commitment to the Democracy Prep mission of college success and authentic civic engagement for our scholars.
An outstanding classroom teacher who holds scholars to consistently high behavioral and academic expectations.
A results-driven educator with experience in, and commitment to, the use of data analysis and assessments to drive instructional decisions and teacher accountability.
A graduate of a Bachelor’s degree program (required)
A teacher who is curious about teaching at DPPS and being a meaningful role model for our scholars.

Nice To Haves

2 years of urban teaching experience
state certification

Responsibilities

Teach core subject blocks to a small group of scholars, demonstrating best practices.
Uses consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom.
Creates, monitors, and sustains a disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards.
Provides structure in the classroom by developing and reinforcing school-wide rules and expectations.
Communicates effectively and maintains strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues.