High School English Teacher (2026-2027)

Overview BRICK Networks seeks to hire High School English teachers who share our mission to support families from pre‑cradle‑to‑career through holistic support. The ideal candidate is solution‑oriented, data‑driven, culturally competent, collaborative, and demonstrates humility and a strong commitment to the academic and personal success of underserved black and brown students and their families. Essential Functions Demonstrate proficiency in working with black and brown students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds. Demonstrate cultural competence and knowledge of best practices to support students of various socio‑economic experiences. Create and maintain a positive, safe, and collaborative classroom environment. Continuously strengthen classroom community by investing students and families in the iDream values (Innovation, Diligence, Respect, Empathy, A+ Self Control, and Model Student) and the organization’s core values, mission, and vision. Execute the network‑adopted unit and lesson plans to accelerate student learning and social‑emotional development. Implement instructional practices with appropriate accommodations, modifications, and acceleration as needed. Attend and actively participate in all required meetings to ensure strong communication and professional development, including department, grade‑level, and staff meetings. Participate in regular meetings with coaches to support professional development, including observation and feedback meetings, planning meetings, and data meetings. Collaborate with coaches and peers to share best practices and build strong adult culture. Utilize data from student observations and assessments to inform instruction. Adjust instruction as needed to meet unique student learning styles and differentiate instruction. Teach and enforce school‑wide systems and structures. Participate in whole‑school events and home visits to build trusting relationships with students and families. Exemplify the BRICK core values (community rootedness, achievement, commitment, identity, empathy, and curiosity). Qualifications Unwavering commitment to the academic success and personal development of students. Eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals and a relentless drive to achieve them. Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment and remain calm and focused amid unexpected challenges. Strong interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people. Proficiency working with computers, including Google Documents, Google Sheets, and Excel. Prior experience working with children strongly preferred. Bachelor’s degree required from an accredited college or university. Valid teaching license or active pathway to acquire one required. Ability to meet all state and federal guidelines for full licensure and “Highly Qualified” status under ESSA. Current authorization to work in the United States; must have such authorization by first day of employment. Salary, Goals and Employment Period Salary Range: Competitive compensation package based upon previous experience (approx. $55,000 – $100,000 per year). Full time. Employment Period: 11 months. Fringe Benefits: Retirement (NJ Pension), Health, Vision, Dental. Equal Opportunity Employer BRICK Networks is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, age, sexual orientation, national or ethnic origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, or any other occupationally irrelevant criteria. BRICK Networks promotes affirmative action for minorities, women, disabled persons, and veterans. #J-18808-Ljbffr BRICK Networks