ELA Teacher-Middle School Job at Central Queens Academy Charter Schools, Queens, NY

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  • Central Queens Academy Charter Schools
  • Queens, NY

Job Description

WHAT WE ASK OF OUR TEACHERS

  • Teach – Drive student mastery of core and character standards through excellent teaching practices
  • Innovate – Willing to take risks and think creatively to support all scholars
  • Collaborate – Support efforts to institutionalize effective team practice and build a strong foundation
  • Grow – Engage in continual learning and reflective practices to build your skills and career

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Develop lesson plans which meet established school and Universal Design for Learning curriculum models.
  • Adapt and reassess lesson plans to meet specific student needs, comply with newly implemented guidelines or rules, and to update relevant information and include new developments in education
  • Manage the diverse ability levels of students.
  • Possess and continually develop a working knowledge of Common Core and Next Generation curriculum programs and frameworks.
  • Assess and record student development, identify strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Provide a safe, positive learning environment for students
  • Follow school-wide practices for classroom management and individual education plans.
  • Communicate with school leadership frequently and all other staff members who engage with students.
  • Communicate with parents as per school guidelines on a regular basis, including presenting student progress reports and informing parents of requisite student discipline.
  • Actively participates in professional development and school meetings on curriculum, organization, and guidelines.
  • Exhibit a high level of organization, a knack for systems of data collection and analysis, and preparedness for instructional blocks.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s Degree required
  • Master’s Degree or higher preferred
  • At least three years of Lead Teaching experience as an ELA teacher.
  • Experience/strength in content area of application preferred
  • Expertise in standards-based curriculum design or with UBD framework preferred

COMPENSATION

  • Competitive salary, commensurate with experience ($75,000-$85,000/yr)
  • Retirement plan participation
  • Comprehensive medical benefits and thoughtful maternity and paternity leave

Central Queens Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

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