Middle School Teachers

Mission of NCSOur mission is to provide the children of NCS with new educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social, and emotional development of each child. Our students, who will include autistic scholars and students with IEPs, will become independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory high schools, and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that will allow them to reach their full potential.The OpportunityNCS is seeking teachers passionate about teaching students and with expertise in ELA, Math, Science, and History. Teachers who are professional and personally dedicated to student achievement, have a growth mindset and are willing to give and accept feedback to promote professional growth are successful candidates at NCS.Job Duties & ResponsibilitiesBuilding RelationshipsCollaborate with co-teachers to continuously improve best classroom practices and to support the achievement of the overall goals and mission of the schoolCommunicate and reinforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance, aligned with Neighborhood Charter Schools' school culture and core valuesCultivate a strong classroom community with students and familiesIntellectual Preparation and Instructional DeliveryPlan for and develop rigorous instruction and deliver it effectively to large and small groups of studentsSolicit, welcome, and incorporate feedback to improve instructional practiceReflect critically upon teaching experience and identify areas for further professional developmentMaintain a secure and effective learning environment with impeccable order and clear expectations and routinesData Analysis, Assessment and GradingProvide students with meaningful feedback and give them multiple attempts to show their learningMeasure student achievement of and progress toward all learning objectives using appropriate assessment toolsDrive academic outcomes by analyzing data, reviewing scholar work, and implementing high-leverage instructional moves to ensure gains for all scholarsParticipate in state-wide testing, including providing testing accommodations for New York State ELA and Math Exams and facilitating New York State Alternate AssessmentUse data to reflect on effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and personal practiceDifferentiation and Special PopulationsSeek out and learn about the needs of all students in the classroom, leveraging the resources and staff at the schoolDifferentiate for individual students based on their unique learning needs so all students are appropriately engaged and challengedEmploy various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of different learning styles to enable students to progress at accelerated rates, meet goals, and master concepts and skillsDevelop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) and behavior plans in consultation with staff and families to ensure success for all scholarsFamily PartnershipsDevelop strong relationships with families through frequent communication and assist parents in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standardsCommunicate respectfully and thoughtfully with parents/guardians, remaining sensitive to different families' cultures, values and needsProfessionalism and Commitment to Diversity, Equity + InclusionBe a reliable, consistently on-time and prepared staff member that the NCS community and its students can count onDemonstrate a commitment to the NCS operating valuesReflect on progress as an educator and seek out professional resources to continuously improve one's practiceEducational Background and Work ExperienceBachelor's degree (required)NYS Teaching Certification (preferred, certification pathway support offered )One year of teaching experience working in an urban setting (preferred)Knowledge of students with disabilities, specifically high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (preferred)Salary Range: $73,500-$95,000+