What are the responsibilities and job description for the Middle School Teacher position at Bronx Charter School for the Arts?
About the Role
At Bronx Arts, we see teaching as an art form. We are seeking dynamic middle school teachers across core content areas—ELA, Math, Science, and Social Studies—who can design and deliver rigorous, engaging instruction while building classrooms where students feel challenged, supported, and inspired.
This is a role for educators who love their content, believe deeply in student potential, and are committed to preparing students for high school and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
- Plan and deliver standards-aligned, high-quality instruction in your content area
- Submit weekly lesson overviews and maintain strong, thoughtful lesson plans
- Use data to drive instruction and ensure student mastery
- Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners
- Build a structured, positive, high-expectations classroom culture
- Maintain a beautiful, organized classroom that showcases student learning, including regularly updated bulletin boards and displays
- Collaborate closely with arts teachers to plan and support school-based events, including performances, art exhibits, and science fairs, and actively participate in these events, including those that take place beyond the school day
- Communicate regularly with families, including parent-teacher conferences
- Collaborate with grade teams and content teams to plan instruction, analyze data, and refine practice
- Participate in ongoing professional development and coaching cycles
What We’re Looking For:
- Strong content knowledge in ELA, Math, Science, or Social Studies
- Strong instructional planning and execution
- Excellent writing and communication skills
- Proficiency with instructional technology
- Strong classroom management and culture-building skills
- Growth mindset and openness to feedback
- Collaborative team player
- Passion for the arts and creative instruction
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s preferred)
- NYS Teaching Certification (or in progress) in relevant subject area
- Experience teaching middle school students preferred
- Bilingual (Spanish) is a plus
Compensation
$67,000 to $98,000 annually
Benefits:
- 403(b) retirement plan, with up to 3% employer match after one year of service
- Health Insurance, with free options available for self and children
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Life, Short and Long Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
Salary : $67,000 - $98,000