Elementary Teacher (SY 26-27)

Explore Schools 1; New York (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Scholarship funds for NY certification

Flexible benefits package

In-person work environment

Job summary

Explore Schools in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Elementary Teacher to join our in-person team. You will deliver culturally responsive lessons, develop unit plans, assess student progress, and maintain accurate records.

You will foster a positive classroom culture using Responsive Classroom and restorative practices while collaborating with colleagues across grade levels. In addition to instructional duties, you will participate in meetings, conferences with families, and field trips.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• New York State Teaching Certification preferred.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver lessons using culturally-responsive strategies to support high-level academic and social-emotional growth.
• Intellectually prepare and internalize curriculum with engaging unit plans.
• Administer and grade assessments; analyze data to inform instruction.
• Maintain accurate records of student information.
• Use Responsive Classroom to cultivate a positive classroom culture.
• Collaborate with colleagues across grade levels.

Skills

K-5 teaching

Classroom management

Culturally responsive pedagogy

Collaboration

Data-driven instruction

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York State Teaching Certification

Master's degree in Education

Job description

Elementary Teacher,Brooklyn, New York
In-Person Work Required
This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime

WHO WE ARE
Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools providingnearly1,700students in Brooklyn with the outstanding education they deserve. Our goal is to provide students with curriculum and instruction that is bothstandards-aligned and culturally responsive. Our approach is designed to provide the conditions thatnurture students as critical thinkers and natural problem-solvers.As an organization we are committed to engaging in work that disrupts and roots out systems and structures that perpetuate white supremacy. We intentionallyseekto build andmaintaina diverse and talented team that reflects the backgrounds and experiences of our students and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.

WHAT WE BELIEVE
We believe that all children can learn when immersed in a rich environment full ofhigh expectations, rigorous academics, and caring, committed adults. We believe equity and excellence are not mutually exclusive—we can meet the needs of all students in our schools, while actively engaging parents and driving toward excellent academic results. We believe it is both our privilege and responsibility to help close the opportunity gap in the Brooklyn community.

WHO YOU ARE
You are an educator with experience teaching grades K-5. You areexcited to work closely with our students.You believe that collaboration amongst the adults at a school lead to the highest levels of student achievement.You prioritize student engagement, critical thinking, and authentic relationship-building in the classroom. You havedemonstratedthat you are a reflective practitioner and prioritize the needs of your students first and are committed to doing the work to educate the whole child.Additionally, youpossessthe followingqualities:

• Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced

• Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsiveapproach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues

• Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve resultsandmake growth in your own practice and in related student outcomes

• Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture through building relationships with students andusing classroommanagement strategies to promote safety and inclusion of all students

• Classroom presence: you are clear and precise when sharingnew contentwith students and can effectively lead students through inquiry-based class discussions

• Elementary content and pedagogical knowledge

• Detail-oriented and highly organized

• Classroom teaching experience required; 2 years preferred

• Bachelor’s degreerequired

• New York State Teaching Certification, preferred

• Master’s Degree in Education, preferred

WHAT YOU’LL DO
As an Elementary Teacher, you will be expected to manage the following daily:

• Deliver lessons using a range ofculturally-responsivepedagogical strategies to support all students in reaching high-levels of academic and social-emotional growth and achievement

• Intellectually prepare and internalize our shared curriculum and create thoughtful and engaging unit and lesson plans

• Administer and grade assessments and then analyze and act on data

• Keepaccurateand organized records of student information

• Use Responsive Classroom approach to cultivate a positive classroom culture including, but not limited to, morning meeting, teacher language, interactive modeling, and other related practices

• Foster an environment built on restorative practices by ensuring that students are building relationships with one another and repairing harm to the community

• Collaborate with colleagues across content areas and grade levels

• Attend and activelyparticipatein all meetings including PLCs, grade level meetings, and PD sessions

• Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed, as well as on-going parent communication

• Ensure the safety of students at all times

• Assistwith non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities

• Attend field trips throughout the year

• Actively engage in identity work and necessary conversationsin order todismantle white supremacy culture

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

Explore Schools offers our staff a competitive salary and generous benefits package. Our salary scale for this role has beenestablishedusing an equity lens and is based on relevant years of experience, education, and NYS certification.

• Teachers with a bachelor's degree and between 0 – 10 years of experience can expect to receive an annualized base salary of$62,710 - $84,000for the 2026-2027school year. Teachers with a master's degree and between 0 – 10 years of experience can expect to receive an annualized base salary of$67,486 - $93,636for the 2026-2027school year.

• We believe teachers get better andare able todeepen their impact over time.Our scale for this role is designed to honor this, and we do not cap years of experience for an incoming teacher. Increases are offered each year based on your tenure.

• We also offer a variety ofadditionalcompensation opportunities including stipends foradditionaltime worked and leadership opportunities,additionalpay for specialized certifications, and more.

• The Recruitment team will be able to share more information about ouradditionalcompensation opportunities, along with where you will be placed on the scale during your first phone screen.

Additionally, you can expect:

• A competitive and comprehensive benefits plan, covering up to 95% of the cost for employees and their families. Other benefits include dental and vision plans, employer paid disability and life insurance, parental leave benefits, flexible spending account options, generous vacation time and paid holidays, professional development, continuing education scholarships, referral bonuses, employeeassistanceprogram (EAP), childcareassistance, a403(b) retirementplan with employer matching, and more!

• Flexible and reflective leadership: dedicated to staff development, team cohesion, and shared responsibility for decision-making, development, and team-wide priorities

• Driven and passionate colleagues who contribute to a professional and collaborative work environment

• Opportunities to sit on various committees andparticipatein initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning

• Our school-based staff also receive:

• Professional development: weekly PD, year-round retreats and trainings, and ongoing coaching by professionals

• Continuededucationsupport: staff are eligibletoreceivescholarshipfundstowardsqualifyingtowardsrolerelevantNew YorkStatecertificationcosts,highereducationtuition, andprofessionaldevelopment

• A flexible work environment with the ability to choose your work location during non-student hours 1-3 days aweekwhen possible, all within a structured 45-hour work week.

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Explore Schools is a network of6charter schoolslocatedin Canarsie, Crown Heights, and Flatbush communitiesofBrooklyn, NY. Our schools are currentlyoperatingfully in-person. For this position:

• In-person work isrequired.

• This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime.

• The standard work week is45 hours, though at times you may work more.

• This role requires that you be able to stand for at least 5 hours a day, take multiple trips up and down the stairs in a day, and move quickly in an emergency.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
As discussed in our Who We Aresection,Explore Schools is an equal opportunity employer. It isimportant to us that all staff members have a place of employment that is free of discrimination of all kinds and where staff can bring their authentic selves to work.We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employmenton the basis ofrace, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran, or military status.If any employee or applicant believes they have been discriminated against, they should let Tiffany Williams know immediately.