Committed to changing the game for students in Queens, we are in search of a Middle School ENL teacher
beginning August 2027 who strives for excellence even when the path of least resistance seems easier. A leader who is passionate about building community and is also committed to the persistence and stamina it requires to do the work. A person who does not shy away from giving critical feedback and can navigate with ease different styles of communication and the various constituents in a school community. Open to feedback, and eager to improve, this individual's primary goal is to provide students with choices at the next level in a learning environment that is simultaneously challenging, stimulating, and fun.
This is where
you come in.
What We Need:Forte Preparatory Middle School seeks a Special Education Teacher for the
What You Will Do:- Plan and execute high-quality classroom lessons.
- Support the emotional and behavioral development of all students.
- Work collaboratively with other general education teachers and engage in co-planning.
What You Will Bring:- Teaching experience in urban communities preferred.
- NY Certification to teach ENL students required.
- Demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state or local averages.
- Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs and low skill level in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting.
- Ability to communicate effectively with parents and community members.
- Highly Qualified as defined by No Child Left Behind.
Compensation:
The salary range for this position is $68,000-$95,000, commensurate with your experience. Forte Prep Academy Middle School employees are provided with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 403 B matching, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a smartphone, and a laptop.