Science Teacher (7th Grade)

REACH Academy Charter School offers a family-like atmosphere where staff celebrations, surprise lunches, and tokens of appreciation are common.

Benefits

• REACH pays 80% of health, dental, and vision coverage; employees pay 20%
• REACH offers and pays 100% of life insurance and long-term disability coverage
• Participation in the NYS Teachers Retirement System
• Paid Family Leave Benefits
• REACH covers all student and teacher supplies throughout the school year
• 403B retirement plans available
• 10% discount on FETCH Pet Insurance

Responsibilities

• Prepare lesson plans that engage, stimulate, and instruct students
• Instruct students based on the REACH curriculum using available instructional technologies
• Regularly evaluate student performance and monitor achievement of state standards
• Act as a role model to motivate students while maintaining an approachable personality
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student performance
• Track and record student progress for progress reports and report card conferences
• Provide a classroom management plan ensuring safety at all times
• Execute daily lesson plans for all assigned blocks
• Implement all REACH routines and procedures with fidelity
• Submit lesson plans and unit plans in a timely manner
• Instruct scholars in line with REACH-developed curriculum
• Actively participate in professional development, coaching sessions, and weekly team planning
• Incorporate feedback from coaches in a timely manner
• Analyze scholar data and engage in self-reflection on teaching practices
• Prepare scholars for the NYS Science exam
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School

Requirements

• Executes the mission of REACH Academy Charter School, including high academic achievement and ethical standards
• Believes every child can achieve high academic standards and provides consistent support
• Fluent in reading, writing, and speaking English
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of the REACH community
• Commitment to equity and inclusion
• Willingness to adapt to existing curriculum and contribute ideas to enhance academic programs
• Ability to be flexible, open to new ideas, and implement them in the classroom
• Strong organizational and prioritization skills
• Commitment to teamwork and collaboration
• Proactive in seeking resources and solutions to problems
• Excellent attendance and punctuality
• Clear understanding and appreciation of REACH Academy Charter School’s goals and criteria
• Passion for urban education
• Knowledge of New York State Next Generation Science Standards
• Demonstrates knowledge and love of science and STEM
• Adheres to high professional and ethical standards

Qualifications

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in subject area to be taught; Master’s Degree preferred
• Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability preferred
• Belief in and alignment with REACH Academy Charter School’s core beliefs and educational philosophy
• Valid New York State Certification (exceptions may be made by the Head of School in compliance with applicable laws)
• Preferred certifications: Chemistry & General Science 7-9 Ext. {5042}, Earth Science Grades 7-9 Ext. {4048}, Earth Science & General Science 7-9 Ext. {5082}

Pay

Salary is in accordance with REACH Academy Charter School’s salary step scale, ranging from $45,000 (Step 1) to $65,830 (Step 11). A valid teaching certificate or progress toward certification is required to start on the salary steps. Benefits begin after 40 school days of teaching.

Schedule

School days run from 6:50 AM to 2:30 PM, with one day per week extending to 4:00 PM for planning.