Director of Elementary School Instruction

About the Role

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens.

Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values: Curiosity, Care, Persistence, and Passion. The ideal candidate will support teachers in delivering engaging, high-quality instruction, foster academic excellence and student well-being, promote collaboration among staff and families, and ensure an equitable learning environment where all students are empowered to thrive and develop a lifelong love of learning.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an active member of the school leadership team by participating in weekly School Management Team meetings and assist the Principal in making critical decisions
• Track priority academic and culture data and communicate progress to students, teachers, and parents
• Cultivate a sense of shared ownership for upholding values of an inclusive community through active modeling of school-wide culture practices
• Lead and support professional development for teachers and school leaders
• Provide consistent feedback to staff and students regarding performance goals and upholding community expectations
• Design, implement, and continuously improve our elementary school literacy curriculum, ensuring alignment with state standards and our network's mission
• Coach, develop, and evaluate teachers across a content area
• Manage the curricular programming within your subject areas and ensure vertical alignment
• Analyze school-wide data to design responsive and effective student interventions
• Develop a highly effective instructional curriculum and schedule in collaboration with the Principal and Team
• Observe lessons regularly and deliver targeted feedback to teachers
• Collaborate with grade/subject teams to facilitate planning of units, lessons, and assessments
• Act as a model for how to build strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families
• Lead professional development sessions on differentiated instruction and utilizing co-teaching practices to support students’ diverse needs
• Foster a love of reading and writing among students, creating opportunities for them to explore diverse texts and express themselves creatively

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• Prior teaching experience
• New York Teaching License Certification (or in the process of earning)

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education and a passion for creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment. They will be an experienced educator with a proven track record of success in teaching and leadership.

Skills

The ideal candidate will have excellent communication and leadership skills, with the ability to work effectively with teachers, students, and families. They will be a strong instructional leader with expertise in curriculum design and implementation.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

Pay

The salary range for this role starts at $108,000, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role.