Middle School Science Teacher

Global Community Charter School; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Community Charter School, an IB World School in Harlem, NY, seeks a Middle School Science Teacher to foster inquiry-based learning and high academic standards. The teacher will design differentiated lessons, use data to drive instruction, and support diverse learners including IEP students.

The role emphasizes collaborative planning with colleagues, engagement in professional development, and building strong student and family relationships to promote continuous growth and equity in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is a must.
• New York State Certification for relevant grades or demonstrated progress towards obtaining certification within the next two years.
• Two years of demonstrated success as a full-time teacher in this grade band or content area preferred.
• Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design differentiated units and lesson plans aligned to New York State Next Generation standards.
• Design and implement assessments to measure progress toward standards.
• Evaluate progress through data analysis of student performance.
• Create a culturally responsive classroom environment.
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school goals.
• Engage in coaching cycles and implement strategies to improve performance.
• Reflect on practice and participate in professional development.
• Manage classroom routines and behavior to maximize learning time.
• Build relationships with students and parents to drive academic gains.
• Provide IEP accommodations and support during assessments.

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master’s degree in education

Job description

TITLE: Middle School Science Teacher

DEPARTMENT: Instructional

REPORTS TO: Principal or Designee

DATE PREPARED/REVISED: March 25, 2025

JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS AND POSITION OVERVIEW

Global Community Charter School (GCCS) is a Harlem-based International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that is innovative, inquiry-based, culturally competent and provides students with a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum that encourages critical and creative thinking. Middle school Science teachers are responsible for establishing and maintaining a classroom where whole group and small group instruction, discussion, projects, and cooperative work engage students, keep classes focused, and infuse a lasting desire to learn in all.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Utilize knowledge of students, instructional content, and curricular resources to design differentiated units and lesson plans aligned to relevant New York State Next Generation standards
• Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards
• Evaluate academic achievement and progress towards learning objectives through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics
• Create a culturally responsive classroom environment that promotes respect and global awareness
• Collaborate with colleagues to support interdisciplinary learning and school-wide goals
• Engage in coaching cycles and implement research-based strategies that maximize one’s own performance and that of one’s students
• Reflect on one’s own progress as an educator and seek out professional resources to continuously improve one’s practice; actively participate in professional development workshops and opportunities as laid out in the school and professional development calendars
• Build relationships and manage student behavior and classroom routines to maximize learning time and create a positive classroom environment
• Foster meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to invest in their learning and make academic gains
• Provide academic supports, instructional practices, and management needs as mandated on the IEP
• Support in the writing of IEP reports, attend IEP meetings and ensure appropriate accommodations are given to students during assessments
• Ability to work closely with other adults, including in co-taught classrooms, to effectively share responsibility for student learning and progress
• Utilize student data collected to drive instruction and intervention; be accountable for students’ mastery of academic standards
• Celebrate student achievement and progress in class and during school wide events
• Lead additional classes, such as electives, SETSS or small groups, as needed and as the schedule allows
• Model, promote and embodied the International Baccalaureate learner profile to create a cohesive school culture of academic and personal success
• Support the school as directed by the Principal and other leaders

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university is a must; M.A., Ed.M or Master’s degree in education preferred
• New York State Certification for relevant grades or demonstrated progress towards obtaining certification within the next two years
• Demonstrate solid knowledge and understanding of content matter and education best practices
• Two years of demonstrated success as a full-time teacher in this grade band or content area preferred
• Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting preferred
• Evidence of excellence in teaching through continuous learning and data analysis
• Be a team player - a desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues
• Dedication to GCCS’ mission