SY 2026-27 Elementary School Teacher

The Role

Nuasin Next Generation Charter School seeks dedicated educators to join our mission-driven team. Our school provides a progressive education that fosters deep exploration, critical thinking, and intellectual growth.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
• Develop workflows, effective lesson plans, and tests that align with established procedures.
• Instruct and monitor scholars in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Create a classroom culture that emphasizes high academic and behavioral expectations while maintaining a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
• Utilize restorative practices to build strong relationships with scholars, families, and staff.
• Effectively prepare for all units, lessons, and assessments, utilizing provided materials and adapting them to meet individual needs.
• Engage scholars intellectually by maintaining high levels of rigor, encouraging curiosity, facilitating high-quality discussions, and fostering a love for learning.
• Use assessment data to inform instruction, ensure mastery, and adjust strategies as necessary.
• Participate in grade-level meetings, content team meetings, collaborative planning, data analysis, and action planning.
• Innovate, challenge, and continuously strive for excellence with your scholars.
• Lead daily advisories, homerooms, and culture blocks.
• Communicate proactively with families using effective communication techniques.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills and support scholar achievement.
• Take ownership of academic and social progress, working actively to ensure continuous improvement and overcoming challenges.
• Establish and maintain open communication with parents, scholars, school leadership, and teachers through regular conferences.
• Attend and contribute to various meetings to drive scholar achievement and improve overall school performance.
• Provide updates to parents or legal guardians regarding scholar progress, including achievements, areas for improvement, and reinforcement of classroom goals in the home environment.

Requirements

• A bachelor’s degree in education or a related field.
• Experience teaching in a K-5 setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to implement restorative practices.
• Passion for progressive education and student-centered learning.
• Commitment to creating a safe and inclusive learning environment.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in education or a related field.
• Experience teaching in a K-5 setting.
• Proven success in implementing restorative practices.
• Experience with differentiated instruction and formative assessment.
• Experience with technology integration in the classroom.
• Experience with project-based learning and inquiry-based approaches.

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learners.
• Knowledge of restorative practices and conflict resolution.
• Experience with technology integration in the classroom.
• Experience with project-based learning and inquiry-based approaches.

Benefits

Nuasin Next Generation Charter School offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, retirement savings options, and paid time off.

Pay

The anticipated salary range for an Elementary School Teacher at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School is $70,000.00 to $120,000.00 for a candidate working in New York City. The salary offered will be determined based on several factors, including years of experience, education, and certifications.

Schedule

The schedule for an Elementary School Teacher at Nuasin Next Generation Charter School is typically a full-time position, with the possibility of part-time arrangements based on individual needs and qualifications.