SY26-27 Third Grade Teacher

BROOKLYN PROSPECT CHARTER SCHOOL; New York (NY); On-site; USD 10,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

PTO/PST

401K with employer match

Job summary

Prospect Schools in Brooklyn, NY seeks a Third Grade Teacher for a 10-month, full-time ICT classroom role with a strong ELA/Guided Reading background.

The ideal candidate will contribute to an equity-driven IB-inspired program that emphasizes rigor, global mindedness, and inclusive practices. You will collaborate with a high-performing team and report to school leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree required.
• New York State teaching certificate or in progress.
• Prior teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver culturally responsive lessons in a 10-month, full-time ICT classroom.
• Utilize data and content knowledge to plan objective-driven instruction.
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders to support students’ growth.
• Establish clear routines and a warm learning environment.
• Partner with caregivers to communicate student progress and involve families.

Skills

ELA/Guided Reading

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration with co-teachers

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York Teaching License (or in progress)

Job description

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SY26-27 Third Grade Teacher

10 month, Full-time, Exempt Brooklyn, NY, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1126

Salary Range: $63,960.00 To $109,000.00 Annually

Who We Are:

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion

Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity

Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

The Opportunity:

Prospect Schools is seeking a Third Grade Teacher. This role would be in an ICT classroom, and an ideal candidate has a strong ELA/Guided Reading background. Prospect teachers are grounded in an equity-driven approach following the principles of the International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum where instruction emphasizes academic rigor, critical thinking, global mindedness, and inclusive classroom practices. As an educator at Prospect, you will be part of a collaborative and high-performing instructional team and will report directly to a member of the school leadership team.

Planning and Instruction

• Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging lessons that support learning in an intentionally diverse classroom and actively engage a variety of different learning styles
• Utilize data, strong content knowledge, and effective pedagogy to plan clear, objective-driven instruction to advance learning for all students
• Collaborate with co-teachers and instructional leaders through coaching, professional development, and, when applicable, advisory groups to support students’ academic and social-emotional growth
• Set clear expectations and consistent routines to create a purposeful, warm, and supportive learning environment
• Build a culturally sustaining classroom community where all students feel known, safe, valued, and respected by adults and peers
• Embody a “Team First” mindset by collaborating across grade level and content teams, participating in professional development, and partnering with the broader school community
• Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for the purpose of continuous personal growth and betterment of the teaching and learning team

Caregiver Partnership

• Build strong partnerships with caregivers through consistent communication and regular updates on student progress
• Use caregiver feedback to continuously improve instruction and the overall learning experience
• Coordinate and facilitate family meetings as needed and attend any/all school wide caregiver events

About You:

• You have earned a Bachelors Degree.
• You have prior teaching experience.
• You are in the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification. (Learn more here )

The salary range for this role starts at $63,960, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

EEO and ADA Statement:

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: [e-mail] .

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.