Middle School Science Teacher

Ps347; New York (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Ps347 is seeking a dynamic team player to join our middle school as a teacher. The role involves collaborating closely with special education teachers to implement engaging, student-centered lessons and develop grade-level science activities.

The ideal candidate will have fluency in American Sign Language and a strong understanding of Deaf culture, or a willingness to learn. This position emphasizes excellent classroom management and participation in the school's community.

Qualifications

• Willingness to participate in school ASL classes.
• Strong knowledge of Deaf Culture or willingness to learn.
• Experience differentiating instruction in a classroom setting.

Responsibilities

• Co-plan with special education teachers to implement engaging lessons.
• Develop and implement grade-level science lessons.
• Maintain communication with students and parents.

Skills

Fluency in American Sign Language

Collaboration with colleagues

Classroom management

Job description

Seeking a dynamic team player to join our middle school

Requirements

• Willingness and commitment to participate in school offered ASL classes
• Fluency of American Sign Language and strong knowledge of Deaf Culture or willingness to learn within the first year of hire
• Co‑plan with the special education teacher(s) to implement grade level lessons that are student centered, hands on and engaging
• Develop and implement grade level science lessons
• Differentiate instruction using the most appropriate co‑teaching model to ensure that all students achieve mastery of learning targets
• Use the school‑wide data system to collect and analyze student data and modify instruction accordingly, and use formative assessments to drive daily instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues to plan, analyze data, and engage in department team meetings and/or professional growth opportunities (i.e. coaching) to support outstanding instruction
• Foster a classroom where students are encouraged to learn, think, and act as a scientist
• Maintain regular communication with students, parents and other teachers
• Establish and maintain consistent classroom expectations and routines in a structured student‑centered classroom
• Regularly showcase high-quality current student work to promote a culture of achievement on displays inside and outside the classroom
• Maintain a classroom space that is organized, welcoming, celebratory and promotes student achievement and learning through science
• Excellent classroom management
• Participation in the school community, team meetings and extracurricular activities
• Understands, supports and can articulate the school’s mission and vision to students, faculty, families, staff, and the public outside the school

Preferred

• Experience with Amplify curriculum
• Fluency in American Sign Language and knowledge of Deaf culture