Elementary Teacher: Green & Social Justice Focus

Growing Up Green Charter Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 57,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Growing Up Green Charter Schools in New York City seeks an Elementary School General Education Teacher to provide rigorous, anti-racist instruction within a green culture. You will differentiate learning, coordinate with special education staff, and engage families to support diverse learners.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning, supervision of pacing calendars, and ongoing professional feedback. Starting salary aligns with equitable scales for lead teachers in K-12 settings.

Qualifications

• Strong commitment to the school's mission.
• Ability to work with diverse families and students.
• Knowledge of Responsive Classroom.
• Experience in environmental education a plus.
• Strong technology integration skills.
• Excellent organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Adhere to grade-level pacing calendars.
• Maintain organized records of assessments and anecdotal notes.
• Use assessment data to modify unit plans and support referrals.
• Collaborate with Special Education and Counseling departments.
• Engage families and communities with open communication.
• Participate in grade-level planning and staff meetings.
• Work with an instructional coach toward year-long goals.

Skills

Collaborative teaching

Responsive Classroom

Differentiation

Technology integration

Organizational skills

Team planning

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master’s Degree preferred

Job description

Growing Up Green Charter Schools in New York City seeks an Elementary School General Education Teacher to provide rigorous, anti-racist instruction within a green culture. You will differentiate learning, coordinate with special education staff, and engage families to support diverse learners.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning, supervision of pacing calendars, and ongoing professional feedback. Starting salary aligns with equitable scales for lead teachers in K-12 settings.