26-27 Elementary School Teacher Apprentice

Job Description

Job Description

About Inwood Academy for Leadership

Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school that began as an idea among community members who longed to see more educational choices offered to the children of Washington Heights and Inwood.

All staff must be willing to commit to our mission: Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School will empower students in Inwood and Washington Heights to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development and college preparedness. Our staff regard our student leaders as burgeoning assets to their community and help them develop the tools they need to be successful in college and beyond. IAL is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience for all students we serve. We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, flexible, and innovative as well as able to embody the IAL traits of leadership in their daily work (honesty, integrity, responsibility, caring and restraint).

Teacher Apprentices observe and learn from classroom teachers. They will co-teach in the classroom, support teachers with tutoring, grading, and individual or small group student instruction and provide substitute coverage for teachers. Depending on school needs and previous candidate experience, they may also teach their own class of students, allowing for direct teaching experience within a more limited teaching load. Teacher Apprentices will also offer teacher support with a variety of work inside and outside of the classroom, including teaching Enrichment classes, organizing student events, and developing mentoring relationships with students. By taking part in summer and school-year professional development, as well as regular meetings with an instructional coach, Teacher Apprentices will have many opportunities to gain experience and develop their teaching skills. This role is a one year role, with the option to renew for one additional year depending on performance. The goal for all Teacher Apprentices is to become a classroom teacher within 1 - 2 years after learning through hands-on experience what it means to be a teacher at Inwood Academy.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach classes on behalf of Deans and teacher-leaders who are observing other teachers
• Provide substitute teaching coverage for teachers within the school;
• Teach one class or small groups of students;
• Periodically plan and deliver instruction, gradually taking on more responsibility throughout the year;
• Develop teaching skills to potentially become a full-time teacher at the school;
• Support students by providing one-on-one and small group tutoring daily, and small group intervention and student support;
• Observe teachers in order to improve instructional techniques and classroom management;
• Meet regularly with a coach to implement feedback on lessons and instruction;
• Teach or help coordinate an elective class;
• Build effective relationships amongst teachers, parents, and the community to improve school culture;
• Foster a school climate that supports the school’s mission statement; promotes respect and appreciation for all students, staff and parents.

Key Competencies

• Flexible
• Positive personality
• Clear communicator
• Committed to the mission

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in specific subject matter or education preferred
• Enrollment in a Bachelors program with a major or minor in Education with a minimum of 60 credits is required.
• Some teaching or tutoring experience is preferred
• Experience supporting teachers through coaching or directing
• Experience working with students with diverse backgrounds and needs
• Experience and general understanding of educational administration

Compensation:

IAL offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403B retirement plan with 5% match. In addition to extensive professional development, our teachers are equipped with all necessary instructional supplies and technology.

As an equal opportunity employer, we hire and promote without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.