High School History Teacher (2026-2027)

Role Overview BRICK Networks seeks to hire High School English teachers that have a passionate belief in BRICK’s mission and a deep desire to work with underserved black and brown students and families. The ideal candidate is solution oriented, uses data to drive instruction, has a collaborative mindset, takes and implements feedback quickly, and demonstrates humility. Teachers must be willing to do whatever it takes to ensure their students’ academic, behavioral, and social‑emotional success. 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 socioeconomic experiences. Create and maintain a positive, safe, and collaborative classroom environment. Continuously strengthen the classroom community by investing students and families in the iDream values (Innovation, Diligence, Respect, Empathy, A+ Self Control and Model Student), 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 a coach to support development (observation, feedback, planning, and data meetings). Collaborate with coaches and peers to share best practices and build a strong adult culture. Utilize data from student observations and summative and formative assessments to inform instruction. Adjust instruction as needed to meet the unique needs of students, including by adapting to different learning styles and differentiating instruction. Teach and enforce school‑wide systems and structures. Participate in whole‑school events and home visits to build strong trusting relationships with students and families. Exemplify 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 when faced with unexpected challenges. Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people. Proficiency in 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 certification, or an active pathway to acquire one. Ability to meet all state and federal guidelines to be fully licensed and “Highly Qualified” according to ESSA. Current authorization to work in the United States, with authorization by the first day of employment. Salary, Goals and Employment Period Salary Range: Competitive compensation package, based upon previous experience. Full time. Employment Period: 11 months. Fringe Benefits: Retirement (NJ Pension), Health, Vision, Dental. 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