History (NY)

Excellence Community Schools•New York City, NY

About The Position

Excellence Community Schools seeks an Uncertified Middle School Teacher to teach Math, ELA, Science, or History in New York. The teacher works collaboratively with a grade-level team to deliver rigorous, differentiated, project-based instruction that supports students’ academic, intellectual, artistic, social, emotional, and ethical development. The role includes planning meaningful learning experiences, using high-quality curriculum resources, assessing student progress, communicating with families, supervising students during lunch and/or recess, and supporting the wider school community.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required.
At least one year of teaching experience.
Proven record of high student achievement.
Passion for education and commitment to student success.
Ability to collaborate, model excellence, take accountability, and embrace teamwork.
Commitment to equity and high expectations for all students.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan and teach collaboratively with the grade-level team, using best practices to support the success of all learners.
Plan meaningful opportunities for students to construct knowledge and deepen their understanding of new concepts.
Use high-quality curriculum resources that promote student growth and align with educational expectations.
Introduce concepts using varied instructional strategies that inspire and guide students to explore, express, and develop their thinking.
Administer, collect, and analyze qualitative and quantitative data from student assessments.
Build relationships with students’ families through consistent progress communication and suggestions for supporting learning at home.
Participate in school-wide assessments to identify and address student needs.
Supervise students during lunch and/or recess.
Provide other support as needed by the school community.
Perform other duties as assigned.