Elementary School Teaching Fellow (Kindergarten - 4th Grade)

The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School; Hawthorne (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous vacation time

Professional development opportunities

Comprehensive healthcare benefits

401k retirement plan

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Hawthorne, NY, is seeking passionate Teaching Fellows for Kindergarten to 4th grade. The role involves teaching alongside experienced educators while fostering a rich learning environment focused on educational equity. Candidates should align with the mission to support historically underserved communities and possess strong communication skills. Compensation ranges from $90K to $100K, with benefits that include generous vacation time, professional development, and healthcare options.

Qualifications

• Aligned with TEP’s mission for educational equity.
• At least 2 years of teaching experience preferred.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles.
• Outstanding verbal and communication skills.
• Pathway to obtain NYS teaching certification required.

Responsibilities

• Work as a lead teacher in either Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade.
• Develop and deliver curriculum in literacy and math.
• Lead small group learning and co-teach with a Master teacher.
• Create a vibrant classroom environment fostering love for learning.

Skills

Tailor curriculum to student needs

Strong communication skills

Classroom management

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Join the team of teachers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and on 60 Minutes for its revolutionary teacher salaries and its outstanding results. TEP aims to achieve educational equity for students from traditionally underserved communities by utilizing world-class teachers, while re-imagining the teaching profession as a place in which teachers prioritize their own growth—as pedagogical experts, intellectual seekers, and community leaders.

About the Role (Responsibilities)

Applicants will be eligible for Early Childhood Teaching Fellow roles (Kindergarten, 1st Grade) and Elementary School Teaching Fellow roles (2nd Grade to 4th Grade).

As one of the three pillars of our program (Academics, Arts, and Athletics), TEP is deeply committed to building a classroom culture that fosters a genuine love for learning.

In this role, you will work as a teacher in one Kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, or 4th grade classroom, while refining your own skills in partnership with an expert teacher. You will serve as the lead teacher for some instructional periods each day and co-teach with the Master teacher for other periods of instruction during the day, teaching across subjects to build deep relationships that support student progress and development. Throughout the day, you will also lead small group learning in both literacy and math. Looking to have a significant impact while developing into a Master Teacher yourself within a community of expert educators? This is the role for you.

Early Childhood teachers' classroom experience is filled with vibrant and colorful spaces that reflect the learning that takes place in each class. In Kindergarten and 1st grade, teachers will help students develop foundational skills in reading and writing, math, and emotional and social skills.

Elementary School teachers will work in a learning environment carefully crafted to instill a love of learning for 2nd, 3rd, and 4th graders. Our unique classroom setting in the heart of Washington Heights provides a perfect classroom environment for young learners. In addition, the nature that surrounds our campus provides a great setting for physical activity for young explorers.

About You (Qualifications)

• Deeply aligned to TEP’s mission of providing a world-class education to historically under-resourced student communities (90% of TEP students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 22% of TEP students receive Special Education services, and 25% of TEP students are Multi-Lingual Learners)
• Classroom experience: While teaching experience is not technically required, TEP fellows usually have at least 2 years of lead teaching experience in grade levels K-4 in a public charter school, traditional public school, or private school setting.
• The ability to tailor curriculum and teaching methods to each individual student's needs and learning style
• Outstanding verbal ability and strong communication skills
• Certification requirements: Teachers do not need to possess a New York State Teacher Certification to be hired at TEP Charter School. However, prospective teachers that do not yet have New York State teaching certification must identify and present a pathway to obtain New York State teaching certification on their application.
• Education requirements:TEP adheres to the educational requirements outlined within the individual pathways to NYS teaching certification (see above), and does not require any additional degree programs.

Why TEP (Benefits)

At TEP, growth isn't just for our students—continued growth is also a central priority for our teachers. That's why we're redefining the teacher experience, offering a rewarding career that includes an annual salary that matches TEP’s high expectations.

• Compensation: Early Childhood and Elementary School Teaching Fellows earn an annual salary of $90K to $100K
• Redefined Work-Year: 3 extended rest breaks and 3 professional development institutes focused on learning and collaboration
• Unmatched Educator Talent: Be surrounded by a collaborative community of experienced, passionate educators who care about educational equity
• Time Off: Approximately 10 weeks of vacation per year (all school vacations)
• Employee Wellness: We value your well-being through our Staff Food Program, Staff Retreats, and Wellness Programming
• Healthcare: World-class medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance policies
• Family Focus: Parental leave and dependent care account so you can care for your loved ones
• 403b Retirement Plan: We care about your ability to save for your future
• Learning & Development: A culture that provides and encourages professional growth and development, including professional development and tuition/continuous learning reimbursements

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Application Process

TEP is designed and structured around the belief that great teachers are the key to achieving educational success for students. As such, we require applicants to demonstrate their qualifications throughout the application and hiring process. The requirements for each applicant include:

• Resume: Applicants must submit an up-to-date resume
• Cover Letter: Applicants must submit a well-written cover letter highlighting their specific interest in joining the TEP community
• Submission of Teaching and Learning: Applicants must submit a portfolio of student work, assessment data for a class of students, or an original curricular tool that they have personally developed

The requirements forthe Submission of Teaching and Learning are specified in detail below:

SUBMISSION OF TEACHING AND LEARNING: Submit one of the following three options:

Option A: Portfolio of Student Work that demonstrates the progress of at least two specific students that you have taught. The portfolio must contain a minimum of two work products for each student (for a minimum of four work products) completed at different points in time during the period when each student was in your class. The portfolio must be accompanied by a written narrative that analyzes and reflects upon the progress that each student demonstrates. There is no minimum or maximum length for the narrative.

Option B: Assessment Data for at least one entire class of students that you have taught. The assessments may be standardized national, state, or city assessments or your own self-created assessments. The assessment data can be provided in any form that you choose (official documents with students’ last names crossed-out, or documents that you create to summarize student assessment performance). The data you provide should ideally show progress over time; as such, it is recommended (though not required) that you provide data for at least two assessments taken at different points in time. The assessment data must be accompanied by a copy of the assessments themselves. If a specific assessment is unavailable, provide a copy of a similar assessment. The assessment data must also be accompanied by a written narrative that provides background on the assessments, explains how the assessments measure student performance, and analyzes the results of your class. There is no minimum or maximum length for the narrative.

Option C: Original Curricular Tool of any form that you have personally developed. The requirement here is deliberately open-ended because we are interested in seeing anything that you have developed that you believe has meaningfully supported your students' learning. This may take the form of written materials, a unique instructional methodology, a technological innovation, etc. The curricular tool must also be accompanied by a written narrative that provides background on the tool, how the tool functions, and speaks to the impact of the tool within your classroom. There is no minimum or maximum length for the narrative.