What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Studies Teacher position at BROOME STREET ACADEMY?
The School
Broome Street Academy (BSA) is New York City’s only charter high school that is both a transfer school and a fully embedded community school in partnership with The Door. We serve over-age, under-credited students from across the five boroughs, many of whom have experienced housing instability, interrupted formal education, or significant personal challenges.
Our students do not need lowered expectations. They need rigorous instruction, consistency, and adults who believe in their ability to succeed. BSA is currently in an active turnaround phase focused on strengthening attendance, academic rigor, and Regents performance. We are building systems that are coherent, urgent, and measurable and we are looking for teachers who are ready to do meaningful work in that environment.
The Role
BSA seeks high school teachers who are student-first, data-driven, and committed to rigorous instruction. Teachers at BSA are not passive deliverers of curriculum. They are instructional leaders in their classrooms, responsible for driving measurable academic growth and preparing students for Regents exams, graduation, and meaningful postsecondary pathways.
Core Responsibilities
Deliver Rigorous, Standards-Aligned Instruction
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Teach five classes (or equivalent load) aligned to NYS standards and Regents expectations and support with duties and advisory roles within the school.
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Design lessons that are engaging, structured, and aligned to standardized curriculum.
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Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs, including students with IEPs and multilingual learners.
Drive Measurable Student Growth
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Use data to inform instruction and adjust strategies.
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Track student progress consistently and intervene early when students fall behind.
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Maintain accurate and timely gradebooks and attendance records.
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Support credit accumulation and on-time graduation.
Build Strong Classroom Culture
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Establish consistent routines and high behavioral expectations.
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Foster a classroom environment rooted in dignity, structure, and academic seriousness.
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Build authentic relationships with students and contribute to increased student engagement and attendance.
Collaborate & Contribute
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Work closely with DCIs, Special Education staff, ENL teachers, and social workers.
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Participate actively in professional development and coaching cycles.
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Engage families in support of student academic progress.
Qualifications and Professional Requirements
Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant content area.
- Valid or pending NYS teacher certification (or eligibility to obtain).
- Experience working with students with diverse and complex learning needs.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated ability to use data to drive instructional decisions.
Preferred:
- Experience teaching high school and Regents-level courses.
- Experience in charter schools or turnaround settings.
- Experience supporting over-age, under-credited students.
- Minimum 2 years of teaching experience preferred.
- Master’s degree in Education or related field.
Salary : $65,000 - $95,000