7th Grade History Teacher

Mission of NCS The mission of Neighborhood Charter Schools is to provide children with new educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social, and emotional development of each child. Our school is an inclusive community that serves autistic students along with their neighborhood peers. Our students will become independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the academic skills 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. 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 schoolCommunicate and reinforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance, aligned with Neighborhood Charter Schools’ school culture and core valuesCultivate 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 studentsSolicit, welcome, and incorporate feedback to improve instructional practiceReflect critically upon teaching experience and identify areas for further professional developmentMaintain 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 learningMeasure student achievement of, and progress toward, all learning objectives using appropriate assessment toolsDrive academic outcomes by analyzing data, reviewing scholar work, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure gains for all scholarsParticipate in state-wide testing, including providing testing accommodations for New York State ELA and Math Exams and facilitating New York State Alternate AssessmentUse 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 challengedEmploy various teaching techniques, methods, and principles of different learning styles to enable students to progress at accelerated rates, meet goals, and master concepts and skillsDevelop 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 standardsCommunicate 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 onDemonstrate 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 in science or a related discipline. (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) Equal Opportunity Employer Neighborhood Charter Schools provides equal educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender (sex), or any other protected class. We maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law. Salary Range: $73,500-$95,000 +