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English Teacher - 10th Grade - Brooklyn - New York

location
Brooklyn, New York, Northeast, USA
Start date
Start July 2019
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  • High School
  • Licensed Teacher
  • Bachelor
  • Bachelor’s degree required in an academic discipline such as math, the natural or social sciences, history, or literature; master’s degree and certification preferred but not required
  • Two years of teaching experience, preferably in an urban school setting and in the subject to be taught
  • A record of producing strong student achievement gains, as evidenced by test score outcomes
  • The ability to create a classroom environment where students are academically engaged and challenged and feel safe and supported
  • Passion and commitment to urban education and our goal of closing the achievement gap 
  • An entrepreneurial mindset, with experience in start-up or founding environments preferred

The high school English teacher will teach academically ambitious, clear, and engaging lessons that follow the rigorous, Common Core aligned Ascend curriculum. Additionally, the high school English teacher will:

  • utilize formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery of standards
  • accept ultimate responsibility for the academic progress of his or her students, and work to actively overcome setbacks
  • actively participate in grade-level meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development, including an annual summer institute
  • build a motivating and inclusive classroom environment using restorative practices
  • create and maintain strong relationships with students and families

Staff and Reporting Relationships
The high school English teacher reports to the dean of instruction. He or she also accepts direction from and works closely with the department head and the school’s culture team.

This is a Direct to School Job
This is a Direct to School Job
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