High School Mathematics Teacher

NCSSS LLC; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative charter school seeks a passionate teacher dedicated to fostering academic and behavioral growth in students. The ideal candidate will embrace the learning process, treating mistakes as opportunities for growth. With a strong commitment to instructional planning and collaboration, this role emphasizes the importance of dignity and respect in the classroom. The school offers a supportive environment with professional development opportunities, ensuring teachers are equipped to meet the diverse needs of their students. Join a team that believes every student can achieve and thrive in their educational journey.

Benefits

401k Plan with Employer Matching

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Optional Life Insurance

Weekly Coaching

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience with high school-aged children in academic settings.
• Commitment to continuous improvement through feedback.

Responsibilities

• Plan and prepare daily and long-term instructional activities.
• Use data to enhance student achievement and classroom culture.

Skills

Instructional Planning

Data-Driven Improvement

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Mathematics or Education

Certification in Education

Tools

Instructional Technology

Job description

Teacher Vision

Pharos Academy Charter School is looking for a teacher who is an “uber” kid person. The ideal candidate absolutely loves to teach, train, and push students both academically as well as behaviorally. There is an understanding that messing up and failure is a natural and welcomed part of the learning process. In this teacher’s classroom, all students are treated with dignity at all times and students are taught non-academic skills like hard work, collaboration, kindness, and receiving feedback.

Core Competencies of Strong Applicants (New and Experienced)

1. Commitment to daily and long-term instructional planning and preparation to ensure students get the most out of each class.
2. Commitment and drive to constantly learn and improve practice through implementing feedback from instructional leadership, peers, parents, and students to better serve and meet the needs of all students.
3. Commitment to using data to improve short term and long-term student achievement goals.
4. Full accountability for student academic outcomes and classroom culture and a steadfast belief that all students can achieve.
5. Commitment to being a team player (crew member) and belief in Pharos Academy’s core beliefs and educational viewpoint.

Qualifications

1. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mathematics or education-related major.
2. Certification in Education (Candidates working on certification are welcomed to apply)
3. Experience working with high school-aged children in an academic or youth development setting.

Compensation and Benefits

1. Entry Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000.
2. 401k plan with employer matching of 5 percent.
3. Benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and optional Life Insurance.
4. Access to a wide range of instructional technology.

Teacher Support and Development

1. Weekly one on one coaching that includes classroom observations and an instructional meeting.
2. Weekly school-wide professional development where you learn from the instructional leadership team and your colleagues.
3. Summer Professional Development Institute.