5th Grade ELA Teacher
Company: Neighborhood Charter Schools
Location: Bronx
Posted on: May 21, 2023
Job Description:
This position is for next school year (23-24) at our Bronx
Campus.Mission of NCSOur mission is to provide the children of NCS
with educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive
K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social and emotional
development of each child. Our students, who include high
functioning children with autism spectrum disorders, will become
independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the
academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory
high schools and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that
will allow them to reach their full potential.The OpportunityNCS is
seeking teachers passionate about teaching elementary students in a
co-teaching model. Teachers with a professional and personal
dedication to student achievement, a growth mindset, and a
willingness to give and accept feedback in order to promote
professional growth are successful candidates at NCS.Job Duties &
ResponsibilitiesBuilding Relationships
Collaborate with co-teachers and
other key stakeholders to continuously improve best classroom
practices and to support the achievement of the overall goals and
mission of the schoolCommunicate and reinforce high expectations
and standards for behavior and academic performance, aligned with
Neighborhood Charter Schools' school culture and core
valuesCultivate a strong classroom community with students and
familiesIntellectual Preparation and Instructional Delivery
Plan for and develop rigorous
instruction and deliver it effectively to large and small groups of
students on a daily basisSolicit, welcome, and incorporate feedback
to improve instructional practiceReflect critically upon teaching
experience and identify areas for further professional
developmentMaintain a secure and effective learning environment
with impeccable order and clear expectations and routinesData
Analysis, Assessment and Grading
Provide students with meaningful
feedback and give them multiple attempts to show their
learningMeasure student achievement of, and progress toward, all
learning objectives using appropriate assessment toolsDrive
academic outcomes by analyzing data, reviewing scholar work, and
implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure gains for
all scholarsParticipate in state-wide testing, including providing
testing accommodations for New York State ELA and Math Exams and
facilitating New York State Alternate AssessmentUse data to reflect
on effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in
order to improve instruction and personal practiceDifferentiation
and Special Populations
Seek out and learn about the needs of
all students in the classroom, leveraging the resources and staff
at the school -Differentiate for individual students based on their
unique learning needs so all students are appropriately engaged and
challengedEmploy various teaching techniques, methods, and
principles of different learning styles to enable students to
progress at accelerated rates, meet goals, and master concepts and
skillsDevelop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP)
and behavior plans in consultation with staff and families to
ensure success for all scholarsFamily Partnerships -
Develop strong relationships with
families through frequent communication and assist parents in
understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning
expectations and behavioral standardsCommunicate respectfully and
thoughtfully with parents/guardians, remaining sensitive to
different families' cultures, values and needsProfessionalism and
Commitment to Diversity, Equity + Inclusion
Be a reliable, consistently on-time
and prepared staff member that the NCS community and its students
can count onDemonstrate a commitment to the NCS operating values
-Reflect on progress as an educator and seek out professional
resources to continuously improve one's practiceEducational
Background and Work Experience
Bachelor's degree (required)NYS
Teaching Certification (preferred, certification pathway support
offered)One year of teaching experience working an urban setting
(preferred)Knowledge around students with disabilities,
specifically high-functioning autism spectrum disorders
(preferred)Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000Powered by JazzHR
Keywords: Neighborhood Charter Schools, New Rochelle , 5th Grade ELA Teacher, Education / Teaching , Bronx, New York
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