Middle School Teacher

Mission of NCS

Our mission is to provide the children of NCS with educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social and emotional development of each child. Our students, who include high functioning children with autism spectrum disorders, 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 Opportunity

NCS is seeking teachers passionate about teaching Middle School students and with expertise in the specific subject areas being taught (ELA, Math, Science, and History). Teachers with a professional and personal dedication to student achievement, a growth mindset, and a willingness to give and accept feedback in order to promote professional growth are successful candidates at NCS.

Job Duties & Responsibilities

Building Relationships

• Collaborate with co-teachers to continuously improve best classroom practices and to support the achievement of the overall goals and mission of the school
• Communicate and reinforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance, aligned with Neighborhood Charter Schools’ school culture and core values
• Cultivate a strong classroom community with students and families

Intellectual Preparation and Instructional Delivery

• Plan for and develop rigorous instruction and deliver it effectively to large and small groups of students
• Solicit, welcome, and incorporate feedback to improve instructional practice
• Reflect critically upon teaching experience and identify areas for further professional development
• Maintain a secure and effective learning environment with impeccable order and clear expectations and routines

Data Analysis, Assessment and Grading

• Provide students with meaningful feedback and give them multiple attempts to show their learning
• Measure student achievement of, and progress toward, all learning objectives using appropriate assessment tools
• Drive academic outcomes by analyzing data, reviewing scholar work, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure gains for all scholars
• Participate in state-wide testing, including providing testing accommodations for New York State ELA and Math Exams and facilitating New York State Alternate Assessment
• Use data to reflect on effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and personal practice

Differentiation and Special Populations

• Seek out and learn about the needs of all students in the classroom, leveraging the resources and staff at the school
• Differentiate for individual students based on their unique learning needs so all students are appropriately engaged and challenged
• Employ various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of different learning styles to enable students to progress at accelerated rates, meet goals, and master concepts and skills
• Develop and implement Individualized Education Program (IEP) and behavior plans in consultation with staff and families to ensure success for all scholars

Family Partnerships

• Develop strong relationships with families through frequent communication and assist parents in understanding and supporting educational objectives, learning expectations and behavioral standards
• Communicate respectfully and thoughtfully with parents/guardians, remaining sensitive to different families’ cultures, values and needs

Professionalism and Commitment to Diversity, Equity Inclusion

• Be a reliable, consistently on-time and prepared staff member that the NCS community and its students can count on
• Demonstrate a commitment to the NCS operating values
• Reflect on progress as an educator and seek out professional resources to continuously improve one’s practice

Educational Background and Work Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (required)
• NYS Teaching Certification (preferred, certification pathway support offered)
• One year of teaching experience working an urban setting (preferred)
• Knowledge around students with disabilities, specifically high-functioning autism spectrum disorders (preferred)

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000