Elementary School 1st Grade TeacherOur First Grade Lead Teacher:Our Elementary School at School in the Square is a Dual Language PreK-5th grade program dedicated to providing each student with the tools and support to become lifelong learners.
We are looking for a dedicated, mission-aligned learning specialist who has a passion for bilingual immersion. Reporting to our Principal and in collaboration with a diverse and committed School Leadership Team (SLT), you will support our efforts to ensure high academic standards while also focusing on the social-emotional needs of all students. If you have a deep belief that all students can thrive in a challenging, high-quality, nurturing and supportive learning environment, we would love to hear from you.
Who You Are:- Skilled in current teaching methods and educational pedagogy including but not limited to:
- Interactive, hands on, creative learning
- Use of technology to support instruction in all areas
- Use of assessment to drive instruction
- Differentiation of curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Knowledge of co-teaching strategies
- Knowledge of ELL strategies
- A strategic, solutions-focused thinker with strong communication and planning skills.
- A strong relationship builder, you get personal fulfillment by teaching and coaching students in both academic and non-instructional situations, respecting and encouraging student effort.
- Familiar with restorative practices, a strong believer in anti racism education, culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, trauma informed practices
- Self-reflective with the capacity to accept and implement feedback to improve instruction
- A graduate of a Bachelor's Degree in Education or relevant content area
- Possessor of a valid New York State Teaching Certification
What Can You Expect From UsAt S2, we take as much care of our staff as we do of our students. S2 is committed to supporting our staff by helping them build sustainable, rewarding careers that center on each individual's passions and multi-disciplinary interests. All of our faculty and staff are valued professionals and we are proud to provide team-building and collaboration, comfortable and friendly working conditions and more, to ensure our team members have the tools they need to succeed.
In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, School in the Square provides ultra competitive salaries. Using two pay scale ranges based on your New York State Certifications, years of experience and education level
certified teachers salary ranges from $66,000 - $122,764 and uncertified teachers salary ranges from $63,000 - $119,764. Additionally, we provide opportunities for supplemental compensation, an excellent benefits package with - a 401K program with a 6% organizational match
- 93% coverage of healthcare coverage
- longevity bonus
- generous paid time off
- access to a federal student loan debt reduction program
- a supportive work environment.
