SY 26-27 High School Social Studies Teacher (Bushwick)

MESA Charter High School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

MESA Charter High School in New York is seeking a passionate High School Social Studies Teacher to facilitate engaging lessons in Global I. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and teaching experience in urban settings, with a strong commitment to student success and community engagement. Responsibilities include teaching, holding office hours, and participating in professional development. The position offers a salary range of $60,000 to $100,000, based on experience and includes a strong focus on diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in subject area to be taught, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Preferred minimum of three years teaching experience in an urban public or charter school setting.
• Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability.
• Belief in and alignment with MESA’s core values and commitment to diversity.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach five periods each day utilizing Universal Design for Learning.
• Build relationships with all students to enhance engagement.
• Attend and facilitate team meetings and professional development.
• Communicate regularly with caregivers about student interactions.
• Hold office hours to provide extra help and opportunities for reassessment.
• Teach a week of Intersession enrichment program.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Skills

Teaching experience

Classroom management

Communication skills

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor’s degree in subject area

Master’s degree

Valid New York State Certification

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Design and teach five periods each day (two periods daily of prep time). Utilize Universal Design for Learning method of planning and instruction to reach all learners.
• Build relationships with all students. MESA teachers believe that strong rapport is key to student engagement and motivation.
• Attend, participate in, and facilitate team meetings and professional development opportunities, as well as common planning times. MESA believes that good professional development is interactive, practical, and teacher-driven.
• Communicate regularly with caregivers about both positive and negative interactions with students, making a minimum of two positive contacts (phone, email, or text message) with families per week.
• Hold office hours before or after school, at least once per week, to provide extra help and opportunities for reassessment.
• Teach one week of Intersession enrichment program based on teacher interest (additional stipend provided).
• Other duties, as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in subject area to be taught, Master’s Degree preferred.
• Preferred minimum of three years teaching experience in an urban public or charter school setting, or similar background and experience in teaching Global I.
• Proven track‑record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability.
• Belief in and alignment with MESA’s core values, educational philosophy and commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
• Valid New York State Certification strongly preferred.
• Spanish speakers are a strong plus.

Salary

$60,000 - $100,000, based on experience.

Apply

Please email your resume and cover letter to Arthur Samuels, Co-Executive Director, at [e-mail] with the subject heading “26-27 High School Social Studies Teacher”. Cover letter should specifically indicate why you want to work at MESA. APPLY BY EMAIL ONLY. Due to the nature of the position and the volume of applications received, MESA will not be able to reply to all submissions. MESA will contact candidates with next steps.

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