Middle School ELA Teacher (PA I)

Promise Academy I Middle School, part of the top-performing K-12 charter schools within Harlem Children's Zone’s cradle-to-career pathway, seeks an English Language Arts Teacher passionate about preparing scholars for college success. The ideal candidate respects Harlem’s culture and is eager to impact the community.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content
• Assess student progress using exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth
• Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies—direct instruction, hands-on projects, and group activities—to engage and challenge students
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster trust, communication, and academic success

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in English Language Arts or Childhood/Secondary Education (1-6, 5-9, or 7-12)
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in an urban school setting

Benefits

• Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
• No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• $6,000 sign-on bonus for certified teachers
• Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Annual and performance-based bonuses
• Personal laptop, Smartboards, and tablets for instruction
• Bi-weekly professional development and support from academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers

Pay

Salary ranges from $71,268 to $145,714, determined by years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.

Schedule

10-month school year (Monday–Friday) with optional summer opportunities for additional pay.