Middle School Teacher

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Direct message the job poster from The American Dream School Assistant Director @ The American Dream School Middle School The American Dream School is seeking a bilingual (Spanish/English) motivated, and engaging teacher who is committed to serving English Language Learners and cultivating bilingualism and biliteracy through their content area. This candidate will be able to create a curriculum based on NYS Next Generation/Common Core standards for their subject area. We are currently seeking a Middle School Humanities & Science Teacher for immediate hire. Responsibilities:

INSTRUCTIONAL

Implement and support in the development of a rigorous cutting edge curriculum that develops scholars in their academic development Develop and teach clear and engaging lessons that follow a rigorous, Next Generation/Common Core-aligned curriculum map Hold students accountable for high behavioral expectations and implement American Dream’s behavior management system with consistency Utilize formal and informal assessment data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery of standards using Illuminate Education, our assessment platform. Implement a full time co-teaching model consistently to best support student learning needs. Promotes a sense of urgency in learning Assist in the distribution, collection, and grading of tests and homework assignments Maintain accurate records and create reports Build a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of Responsive Classroom Accept ultimate responsibility for the academic progress of his or her students, and work to actively overcome setbacks

STUDENT SUPPORT SERVICES

Prepare reports on student academic performance for staff and/or administrators Tutor and assist students individually or in small groups Create annual goal(s) for students’ IEP Implement and track the progress of annual goals of students’ IEPs as it pertains to your content area Write progress reports (Present levels of Performance) for students as requested Participate in yearly IEP conferences Establish appropriate goals and implement modifications for each student, as needed

OTHER PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Actively participate in grade-level meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development, including an annual Teacher Academy Participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding students’ progress or problems Supervise and manage students in all spaces and during transitions, upholding ADS core values, rules, and policies Instruct, maintain, and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and material Assist with breakfast/lunch duties, as needed Actively participate in opportunities to strengthen her/his own pedagogical skills as well as contribute to the learning of colleagues Contribute to the school’s smooth and efficient operation by fulfilling required administrative duties, responsibilities, and maintaining open and proactive communication with colleagues Create and maintain bulletin boards to showcase student work Engage in a minimum of two peer observations per month and provide written feedback Minimum Qualifications: Candidate must be able to provide proof of being fully COVID-19 vaccinated. Bilingual Spanish/English preferred (required for Spanish teacher) Bachelor’s degree in related field, Master's preferred New York State Teaching Certification or Special Education is required Strong organizational, data tracking, and analysis skills Maintain confidentiality, meet deadlines, complete assignments with consistent accuracy Tech-savvy; familiarity and experience with Microsoft Office, Gmail, Google docs/drive Job Type: Full-time 401(k) 401(k) matching Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Seniority level Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Employment type Full-time Job function Job function Education Industries Primary and Secondary Education Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The American Dream School by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Middle School Teacher” roles. 5th- Grade Teaching Assistants K-5 (25-26 SY) 1st- Grade Teaching Assistants K-5 (25-26 SY) Queens, NY $45,000.00-$45,000.00 2 months ago Queens, NY $65,000.00-$95,000.00 4 days ago Upper Elementary Head Teacher (grades 4-6) Brooklyn, NY $80,500.00-$83,500.00 1 month ago Bronx, NY $69,000.00-$96,000.00 1 month ago 4th- Grade Teaching Assistants K-5 (25-26 SY) Storytellers - Actors - Tutors needed in Bronx Queens, NY $34,000.00-$34,000.00 3 months ago Elementary School Teacher (2025-26 School Year) Positions For Special Educators (Birth-Grade 2) Don't see a role for you? Drop your resume here! 3rd-Grade Teaching Assistants K-5 (25-26 SY) Queens, NY $65,000.00-$95,000.00 4 days ago Queens, NY $65,000.00-$95,000.00 3 days ago Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood Center - Headstart (55881) Bronx, NY $80,000.00-$115,000.00 2 months ago Tchr of Elementary - Sir Isaac Newton Elementary 25-26 (NBOE) Newark, NJ $67,000.00-$111,625.00 8 months ago Technology Elective Teacher (Immediate Hire) [Fall 2025] Education - K-12 Initiatives Internship We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr The American Dream School