Lead Elementary Teacher — Impactful Urban Classrooms

Harlem Children's Zone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off

No-cost health insurance (medical,-ded

Sign-on bonus of $6,000 for certified

Student loan forgiveness up to $30,000

403(b) retirement plan

Annual and performance-based bonuses

Personal laptop and devices; access to

Job summary

Promise Academy at Harlem Children’s Zone in New York City seeks an Elementary School Teacher to design standards-aligned lessons and support scholars’ college pathways. The role emphasizes engagement, assessment, and collaboration with tutors and families.

Salary ranges from $75,000 to $137,000, with strong benefits: health insurance, 403(b), loans forgiveness, sign-on bonus, and retirement plan. Monday–Friday schedule; 10-month school year with potential summer opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education or Childhood Education (Birth-2 or Grades 1-6).
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in an urban school setting.
• Master's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that foster curiosity and mastery of grade-level content.
• Assess student progress using exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth.
• Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands-on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster trust, communication, and academic success.

Education

Bachelor's degree

NY State Teaching Certification (Early Childhood Education or Childhood Education Birth-2 or Grades 1-6)

Minimum 2 years teaching in urban school setting

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Promise Academy at Harlem Children’s Zone in New York City seeks an Elementary School Teacher to design standards-aligned lessons and support scholars’ college pathways. The role emphasizes engagement, assessment, and collaboration with tutors and families.

Salary ranges from $75,000 to $137,000, with strong benefits: health insurance, 403(b), loans forgiveness, sign-on bonus, and retirement plan. Monday–Friday schedule; 10-month school year with potential summer opportunities.