Elementary Math Teacher: Drive Deep Learning & College Prep

Harlem Village Academies; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 71,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Harlem Village Academies in New York is a PK-12 charter network offering Montessori PreK and the International Baccalaureate, with a Deeper Learning Institute for teachers. The role emphasizes student independence, critical thinking and ethical leadership in a diverse student body.

Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, collaborating with colleagues, forming strong relationships with students and families, and using assessments to guide instruction.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher
• 2-3 years of relevant teaching experience required, 5+ years of teaching experience preferred
• Strong track record of student achievement in your past teaching
• Ability to create a class environment in which students feel safe, supported and challenged to engage deeply in meaningful work
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
• Unshakeable conviction that all students can learn at a high level
• Highly thoughtful and reflective, committed to always getting smarter with colleagues, reflecting on mistakes, welcoming feedback and making continual adjustments in your practice

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach highly engaging, academically rigorous curriculum and lessons, aligned with HVA’s standards and deeper learning pedagogical philosophy
• Invest several hours per week in professional learning, including personalized instructional coaching, co-planning, department meetings, grade level meetings and other learning work
• Build strong, lasting relationships with students, inspiring them to hold themselves to a high standard of academics and character
• Establish and uphold classroom expectations that support students to develop increased agency, responsible autonomy and ownership over learning
• Analyze assessment data and use it to inform your instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure student mastery of standards
• Maintain close relationships with families, including phone calls and conferences
• Contribute to the school community by attending school events, leading a club, reading group, athletic team, or other initiative

Skills

Student achievement

Classroom environment

Accountability

Reflective practice

Belief in student potential

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

2-3 years teaching experience

5+ years teaching experience preferred

Job description

Harlem Village Academies in New York is a PK-12 charter network offering Montessori PreK and the International Baccalaureate, with a Deeper Learning Institute for teachers. The role emphasizes student independence, critical thinking and ethical leadership in a diverse student body.

Responsibilities include planning engaging lessons, collaborating with colleagues, forming strong relationships with students and families, and using assessments to guide instruction.