High School English Language Arts Teacher

Company: Family Life Academy Charter Schools
Location: Bronx
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

Family Life Academy Charter School (commonly called FLACS) is a nonprofit network of high-performing schools in the South Bronx. As stated in our mission statement, our schools create an orderly, nurturing and dynamic environment where learning is engaging, meaningful, and often joyful. All members of the school community (students, parents, and teachers) will develop the knowledge, skills, and enthusiasm to continue learning throughout their lives, expand their understanding of what is possible for themselves and their world, and lead productive and satisfying lives. We are guided by this mission and through it, we have revolutionized education for students from K-12. We are currently seeking dynamic individuals to join our teaching staff. - - -We are more than a school. We are a movement. Apply now and become part of the founding instrucional team at FLACS High. - Together we can create a school like no other! - -Responsibilities1. Plan units based on the NYS Next Generation Standards in English Language Arts. -2. Create academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessment that prepares students for the NYS Regents Exams, Advanced Placement and collegiate level coursework. -3. Teach engaging lessons that are differentiated to meet students needs and use various teaching strategies which include the integration of technology into the classroom. -4. Teach both independently and collaboratively with other teachers. - -5. Focus on the integration of 21st-century literacy skills to help students become proficient readers, writers, and public speakers. Use targeted intervention strategies in small groups and whole-class instruction. - - - -6. Develop and administer formative and summative assessments. Regularly analyze students comprehension and essay writing skills. - Analyze and use assessment data to refine instructional practices to close the achievement gap for all students. -7. Monitor student behavior and academic progress. Report student progress to parents and family members using online resources, report cards, and progress reports. -8. Reflect on lessons, student data, and current educational trends to improve practice and student outcomes. -9. Participate in ongoing professional learning, mentorship, coaching, and staff development. Share best practices with colleagues and other members of the staff. -10. Help to foster the schools culture of family, inclusion, and a love of learning and build positive relationships with students, parents, and the school staff. - -Requirements

Keywords: Family Life Academy Charter Schools, New Rochelle , High School English Language Arts Teacher, Education / Teaching , Bronx, New York