Upper Elementary Science Teacher (SY 26-27)

Explore Schools•Brooklyn, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools serving nearly 1,700 students in Brooklyn, providing them with an outstanding education. The organization's goal is to offer a curriculum and instruction that is both standards-aligned and culturally responsive, designed to foster critical thinking and problem-solving skills in students. Explore Schools is committed to disrupting and dismantling systems of white supremacy and aims to build a diverse and talented team that reflects the student population, creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Requirements

Experience teaching grades K-5.
Believe that collaboration amongst the adults at a school leads to the highest levels of student achievement.
Prioritize student engagement, critical thinking, and authentic relationship-building in the classroom.
Demonstrated reflective practice and prioritization of student needs.
Commitment to educating the whole child.
Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced.
Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues.
Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve results and make growth in your own practice and in related student outcomes.
Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture through building relationships with students and using classroom management strategies to promote safety and inclusion of all students.
Classroom presence: clear and precise when sharing new content with students and can effectively lead students through inquiry-based class discussions.
Elementary science content and pedagogical knowledge.
Detail-oriented and highly organized.
Adaptable to teach across multiple grades simultaneously.
Classroom teaching experience required.
Bachelor’s degree required.

Nice To Haves

2 years preferred classroom teaching experience.
New York State Teaching Certification, preferred.
Master’s Degree in Education, preferred.

Responsibilities

Deliver lessons using a range of culturally-responsive pedagogical strategies to support all students in reaching high-levels of academic and social-emotional growth and achievement.
Intellectually prepare and internalize our shared curriculum and create thoughtful and engaging unit and lesson plans.
Administer and grade assessments and then analyze and act on data.
Keep accurate and organized records of student information.
Use Responsive Classroom approach to cultivate a positive classroom culture including, but not limited to, morning meeting, teacher language, interactive modeling, and other related practices.
Foster an environment built on restorative practices by ensuring that students are building relationships with one another and repairing harm to the community.
Collaborate with colleagues across content areas and grade levels.
Attend and actively participate in all meetings including PLCs, grade level meetings, and PD sessions.
Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed, as well as on-going parent communication.
Ensure the safety of students at all times.
Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities.
Attend field trips throughout the year.
Actively engage in identity work and necessary conversations in order to dismantle white supremacy culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and generous benefits package.
Salary scale established using an equity lens based on relevant years of experience, education, and NYS certification.
Increases offered each year based on tenure.
Stipends for additional time worked and leadership opportunities.
Additional pay for specialized certifications.
Competitive and comprehensive benefits plan, covering up to 95% of the cost for employees and their families.
Dental and vision plans.
Employer paid disability and life insurance.
Parental leave benefits.
Flexible spending account options.
Generous vacation time and paid holidays.
Professional development.
Continuing education scholarships.
Referral bonuses.
Employee assistance program (EAP).
Childcare assistance.
A 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching.
Flexible and reflective leadership.
Opportunities to sit on various committees and participate in initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning.
Professional development: weekly PD, year-round retreats and trainings, and ongoing coaching by professionals.
Continued education support: staff are eligible to receive scholarship funds towards qualifying towards role relevant New York State certification costs, higher education tuition, and professional development.
A flexible work environment with the ability to choose your work location during non-student hours 1-3 days a week when possible, all within a structured 45-hour work week.