Urban Middle School ELA Teacher | Music-Driven Learning

Washington Heights & Inwood (WHIN) Music Community Charter School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Washington Heights & Inwood (WHIN) Music Community Charter School in New York seeks a Middle School ELA Teacher who can create engaging, inclusive classrooms that foster critical reading and writing skills while integrating music-inspired project learning.

The ideal candidate holds NYS or equivalent certification for middle school ELA, has experience in urban schools, and demonstrates a commitment to equity, student growth, and collaboration with families and staff to support every learner.

Qualifications

• Urban middle school ELA teaching experience.
• NYS or equivalent certification with middle school / ELA coursework.
• Proven success raising achievement in diverse urban settings.
• Belief that all students can achieve at high levels.
• Commitment to collaborating with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a fun, engaging, inclusive classroom culture.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
• Prepare students for college and career readiness via benchmarks.
• Develop, modify, and implement curricula and assessments.
• Analyze data, differentiate, and support each learner's needs.
• Collaborate with colleagues to implement effective curriculum.
• Build strong relationships with WHIN families.
• Attend school events and participate in PD.

Skills

Urban middle school teaching

Education

NYS or equivalent ELA certification

Job description

Washington Heights & Inwood (WHIN) Music Community Charter School in New York seeks a Middle School ELA Teacher who can create engaging, inclusive classrooms that foster critical reading and writing skills while integrating music-inspired project learning.

The ideal candidate holds NYS or equivalent certification for middle school ELA, has experience in urban schools, and demonstrates a commitment to equity, student growth, and collaboration with families and staff to support every learner.