Elementary School Teacher [Leave Replacement]

ADP, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

PTO/PST

401(K) with employer match

Flexible spending accounts

Life Insurance & Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Prospect Schools in Brooklyn is seeking a 3rd Grade Teacher for a Leave Replacement, starting December 10th and lasting 12–20 weeks. The program follows the International Baccalaureate framework, emphasizing rigor, global mindedness, and inclusive practice.

The selected educator will join a collaborative, high-performing team reporting to school leadership. The role requires collaboration with families, culturally responsive instruction, and data-driven planning.

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's Degree.
• Active New York Teaching License or in process.
• Special Education Certification required.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging lessons that support learning in a diverse classroom.
• Use data, strong content knowledge, and effective pedagogy to plan instruction.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders for coaching and professional development.
• Provide targeted interventions and accommodations for students needing extra support.
• Set clear expectations and routines to create a supportive learning environment.
• Build a culturally sustaining classroom where all students feel valued and safe.
• Collaborate across grade levels and content teams and participate in professional development.
• Be open to feedback for continuous growth and improved teaching and learning.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York Teaching License Certification

Special Education Certification

Job description

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Elementary School Teacher [Leave Replacement]

SYES - Teachers - Core 10 month, Full-time, Exempt Sunset Yards Elementary School D15 - SYES, Brooklyn, NY, US

Salary Range: $63,000.00 To $109,000.00 Annually

Who We Are:

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion

Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity

Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

The Opportunity:

Prospect Schools is seeking a3rd GradeTeacher [Leave Replacement].This role would begin December 10th and will last anywhere from 12-20 weeks.Prospect teachers are grounded in an equity-driven approach following the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum where instruction emphasizes academic rigor, critical thinking, global mindedness, and inclusive classroom practices. As an educator at Prospect, you will be part of a collaborative and high-performing instructional team and will report directly to a member of the school leadership team.

Planning and Instruction

• Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging lessons that support learning in an intentionally diverse classroom and actively engage a variety of different learning styles
• Utilize data, strong content knowledge, and effective pedagogy to plan clear, objective-driven instruction to advance learning for all students
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders through coaching, professional development, and, when applicable, advisory groups to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth
• Provide full group and small group intervention/small group SETT's so students that relate to their accommodations
• Set clear expectations and consistent routines to create a purposeful, warm, and supportive learning environment
• Build a culturally sustaining classroom community where all students feel known, safe, valued, and respected by adults and peers
• Embody a "Team First" mindset by collaborating across grade level and content teams, participating in professional development, and partnering with the broader school community
• Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for the purpose of continuous personal growth and betterment of the teaching and learning team

Caregiver Partnership

• Build strong partnerships with caregivers through consistent communication and regular updates on student progress
• Use caregiver feedback to continuously improve instruction and the overall learning experience
• Coordinate and facilitate family meetings as needed and attend any/all school wide caregiver events

About You:

• You have earned a Bachelors Degree.
• You have prior teaching experience.
• You are in the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification. (Learn more here )
• You have a Special Education Certification.

The salary range for this role starts at $63,960, then increases based on years of experience. 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. At Prospect Schools we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

EEO and ADA Statement:

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: [e-mail] .

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.