Middle School Leave Replacement Science SpED Teacher

Equality Charter School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 68,000 - 93,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Wellness benefits

Financial Literacy benefit

Flexible spending account

Dependent Care account

Commuter program

Employee Assistance Program

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Parental leave

1:1 Certification Support

Job summary

Equality Charter School in the Bronx is seeking a 6-8 Leave Replacement Science SPED Teacher for our middle school campus. The role emphasizes rigorous science instruction while supporting diverse learners in a caring, community-focused environment.

The ideal candidate collaborates with instructional coaches, uses data to drive decisions, and fosters student voice and discovery. Immediate start date and comprehensive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Compassionate, scholar-centered approach grounded in passion and purpose.
• Results-oriented mindset focused on scholar growth and achievement.
• Ability to integrate reading and writing strategies into instruction.
• Experience designing hands-on, cooperative learning experiences.
• Experience with diverse learners including ELLs, students with disabilities, general education students, and gifted students.
• Strong interpersonal skills and collaboration with families and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional coaches to meet student needs.
• Develop daily lesson plans and use data to drive decisions.
• Lead and participate in professional development and PLC meetings.
• Maintain an engaging classroom that supports learning and social-emotional growth.
• Serve as an advisor if assigned, focusing on soft skills critical to student success.
• Complete gradebooks and comments in a timely manner.

Skills

Collaborative mindset

Data-driven instruction

Communication skills

Adaptability

Special Education experience

Science background

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Master’s degree preferred

New York State certification in relevant subject area preferred

Job description

Middle School Leave Replacement Science SpED Teacher

Equality Charter School - Bronx, New York Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5929583

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Sep 16, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Equality Charter School is an innovative, high-performing, and growing charter school serving the Bronx community. We are currently seeking a 6-8 Leave Replacement Science SpED Teacher to support our middle school campus. At Equality Charter Middle School (ECMS), we pride ourselves on being a true community school—one that provides scholars with a well-rounded educational experience grounded in academic rigor, social-emotional awareness, and love .

The ideal candidate is deeply aligned with these core values and demonstrates that alignment consistently through their practice, relationships, and daily presence within the school community.

Responsibilities for this position are varied and include, but are not limited to:

• Serve as a key team member, striving to collaborate whenever possible
• Participate in professional development opportunities that are either presented by Equality or independently identified
• Participate in and contribute to teacher team meetings, PLC meetings, data inquiry team meetings and coaching meetings (collaboration with instructional coaches.
• Two free prep periods per day
• Develop daily lesson plans
• Collaborate with co-teachers and other support staff to ensure all students’ needs are met
• Maintain a highly-engaged classroom setting that promotes good order and a love of learning
• Highlight student voices and promote student-led discovery of meaning
• May be asked to serve as an advisor in tandem with a co-advisor by leading a daily advisory class focused on the underlying soft skills that all students need to succeed in academia, in career, and in life
• Complete all grades and comments in a timely fashion
• Use data to drive instructional decisions

At Equality Charter Middle School, the role of the classroo m teacher is intentionally designed to differ from that of many other schools. Teachers serve as the deans of their own classrooms, holding primary responsibility for both academic instruction and the social-emotional culture of their learning environment. Our program is structured to provide educators with the time, focus, and support needed to excel as core academic instructors while also serving as strong, consistent social-emotional leaders for their scholars. We deliberately minimize competing demands so teachers can build deep expertise in the foundational content areas that drive all learning, while also maintaining clear ownership over classroom routines, relationships, and expectations. The responsibilities and time allocations associated with this role reflect a clear and purposeful instructional priority, reinforcing teachers’ authority and accountability as the instructional and cultural leaders of their classrooms.

Qualifications:

The ideal candidate brings both heart and skill to their work and demonstrates a deep commitment to our scholars and community. Desired qualifications include:

• A compassionate, scholar-centered approach grounded in passion and purpose
• A results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on scholar growth and achievement
• Demonstrated ability to integrate reading and writing strategies into classroom instruction effectively
• Experience designing and facilitating hands-on, cooperative, and engaging learning experiences
• A proven record of success working with Equality’s scholar population or similar communities
• Experience supporting diverse learners, including English Language Learners, scholars with disabilities, general education scholars, and gifted scholars
• Strong interpersonal skills and a history of meaningful collaboration with colleagues, families, and scholars
• Clear, effective communication skills, including strong writing and presentation abilities
• Highly organized, with strong attention to detail and follow-through
• A proactive, reflective, and creative problem-solver who takes initiative
• Openness to feedback and a commitment to continuous growth and improvement
• A collaborative team player who is also able to work independently and take ownership of responsibilities
• Strong professional references from prior supervisors and colleagues

Education & Certification:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field required
• Master’s degree in a related field preferred
• New York State certification in the relevant subject area preferred

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness benefits
• Financial Literacy benefit
• Flexible spending account
• Dependent Care account
• Commuter program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental leave
• 1:1 Certification Support

Equality is an equal opportunity employer.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $68,000 to $93,000 Per Year

Contact Information

• Equality Charter School
• Phone: [phone]

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