Kindergarten Teacher: Inspire Deep Learning & Agency

Harlem Village Academies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

Harlem Village Academies in New York is seeking a dedicated classroom teacher to join a national thought leader in deeper learning. The network uniquely combines Montessori PreK with International Baccalaureate programs, serving PK-12 and offering graduate opportunities through the Deeper Learning Institute.

You will plan and teach rigorous curricula, participate in ongoing professional learning, build strong relationships with students and families, analyze assessment data, and collaborate with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher required.
• 2-3 years of relevant teaching experience required, 5+ years preferred.
• Strong track record of student achievement in your past teaching.
• Ability to create a class environment in which students feel safe, supported and challenged.
• Unshakeable conviction that all students can learn at a high level.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach highly engaging, academically rigorous curriculum and lessons, aligned with HVA’s standards and deeper learning pedagogical philosophy.
• Invest several hours per week in professional learning, including personalized instructional coaching, co-planning, department meetings, grade level meetings and other learning work.
• Build strong, lasting relationships with students, inspiring them to hold themselves to a high standard of academics and character.
• Establish and uphold classroom expectations that support students to develop increased agency, responsible autonomy and ownership over learning.
• Analyze assessment data and use it to inform your instruction.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure student mastery of standards.
• Maintain close relationships with families, including phone calls and conferences.
• Contribute to the school community by attending school events, leading a club, reading group, athletic team, or other initiative

Skills

Student achievement

Relationship building

Professional learning

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Harlem Village Academies in New York is seeking a dedicated classroom teacher to join a national thought leader in deeper learning. The network uniquely combines Montessori PreK with International Baccalaureate programs, serving PK-12 and offering graduate opportunities through the Deeper Learning Institute.

You will plan and teach rigorous curricula, participate in ongoing professional learning, build strong relationships with students and families, analyze assessment data, and collaborate with