Valid teaching certification for elementary education
Experience in progressive educational methodologies
Demonstrated commitment to fostering a safe and inclusive learning environment
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to engage students with varying learning styles and needs
Passion for nurturing students' intellectual and emotional growth
Responsibilities
Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lesson plans and instructional materials
Develop curricular workflows and assessments per established guidelines
Instruct and monitor student interactions with learning materials
Cultivate a classroom culture with high academic and behavioral expectations
Utilize restorative practices to build relationships with students and families
Prepare thoroughly for all lessons and adapt materials as needed
Foster intellectual engagement and maintain high academic rigor
Use assessment data to inform instructional adjustments
Participate actively in collaborative planning and data-driven discussions
Lead and participate in daily advisories and culture-building activities
Communicate proactively with families regarding student progress
Engage in continuous professional development and reflection
Take ownership of student academic and social outcomes
Benefits
Supportive community focused on educators' professional growth
Opportunities for leadership and innovation in the classroom
Commitment to a progressive education fostering critical thinking and curiosity
Access to ongoing training from experienced leaders and peers
Collaborative environment promoting teamwork and shared goals
Full Job Description
Elementary School Teacher
The anticipated salary range is $70,000.00 to $120,000.00 for a candidate who will work in New York City, however Nuasin does not current cap salary ranges. The salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to years of experience to the job, education, and certifications.
A Elementary School Teacher at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School will:
Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Develop workflows, effective lesson plans, and tests that are in accordance with established procedures.
Instruct and monitor scholars in the use of learning materials and equipment.
Build a classroom culture that is characterized by high academic and behavioral expectations, prioritizing a safe and caring environment for our scholars to learn and grow in. but is also warm and welcoming.
Utilize restorative practices to build strong and meaningful relationships with scholars, families, and staff.
Effectively intellectually prepare for all units, lessons, and assessments by effectively using materials provided and making them your own.
Engage scholars intellectually by maintaining high levels of rigor, intellectual curiosity, high quality discussions, and joy for learning.
Use formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction, ensure mastery, and pivot when needed.
Actively participate in grade level meetings, content team meetings, collaborative planning, data analysis and action planning.
Innovate, challenge, and push excellence with your scholars at all times.
Be an active leader and participate in daily advisories, homerooms, and culture blocks.
Proactively communicate with families using effective communication techniques.
Participate in professional development from leaders and peers that pushes constant reflection, adjustment to the plan, and growth.
Take ownership of academic and social progress of scholars, and work actively to ensure constant progress and overcome setbacks.
Communication
Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, scholars, school leadership and teachers.
Actively participate in a variety of meetings (e.g. grade level, data, coaching, professional growth, etc. ) for the purpose of driving scholar achievement.
Advises parents or legal guardians of scholar progress such as scholar's achievements; developing methods for improvement and/or reinforcing classroom goals in the home environment.
