Bachelor's degree with a minimum 3.0 GPA; Master's preferred
New York state certification or in the process of obtaining it
Experience working with K-12 students
Strong instructional and classroom management skills
Responsibilities
Create a structured and engaging learning environment
Build a supportive classroom community with families
Use data to inform and enhance instruction
Implement lesson plans collaboratively with the team
Exemplify Achievement First's core values in all interactions
Collaborate with colleagues for professional growth
Attend regular professional development meetings
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance coverage
403(b) retirement plan with matching contributions
Paid family leave
Commitment to equity in hiring and salary practices
Full Job Description
School Year: 26-27
Responsibilities of an Achievement First Teacher will include but are not limited to:
Outstanding academic achievement and personal development
Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students to reach ambitious goals.
Build classroom community by partnering with families to facilitate children's academic success and personal development.
Utilize data from Achievement First's interim assessments to drive instruction and intervention.
Implement unit and lesson plans with the grade or subject team.
Exemplify AF's core values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
Professional learning, development and growth
Collaborate with coach, grade-level chair and school team to improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills.
Attend all professional development, team planning and data analysis meetings.
Skills and Characteristics
Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
High level of personal organization and planning.
Embraces feedback as an opportunity for growth, openly listening and reflecting on input from others.
Educational Background and Work Experience
Experience working with K-12 students, with two years of teaching experience preferred.
Bachelor's degree with a GPA of at least 3.0; Master's degree preferred.
If your GPA is between 2.5 and 3.0, you may submit additional recommendations to be considered.
New York certified or in the process of obtaining a certification.
NY: If you are not yet certified, you may learn more about the process at http://eservices.nysed.gov/teach/certhelp/CertRequirementHelp.do
Compensation & Benefits
Employees at Achievement First are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual's skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. Teacher salaries in NY range from $66,040-$113,198.
As a regular full time employee of Achievement First, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and paid Family Leave.
About Achievement First
Achievement First is a non-profit charter school network headquartered in Brooklyn, New York. It was founded in 2003 by a group of educators who wanted to provide high-quality education to students in underserved communities. Achievement First operates schools in Connecticut, New York, and Rhode Island, serving over 14,000 students. The network's mission is to prepare students for success in college and beyond by providing a rigorous and supportive academic program. Achievement First is committed to closing the achievement gap and ensuring that all students have access to a high-quality education.
