SY 26-27 Fourth Grade Math Teacher

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K‑12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn, expanding to nine schools in the coming academic year. The network models its curriculum on the International Baccalaureate Program, emphasizing academic rigor, critical thinking, global mindedness, and inclusive classroom practices guided by core values of Curiosity, Care, Persistence, and Passion.

About the Role

Prospect Schools is seeking a 4th Grade SPED Teacher Leave Replacement. The role begins at the start of the school year (September 2026) and tentatively ends November 2026. Teachers follow an equity‑driven, IB‑aligned approach and report directly to a member of the school leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Planning and Instruction
  • Design and deliver culturally responsive, engaging lessons that support learning in an intentionally diverse classroom and actively engage a variety of learning styles
  • Utilize data, strong content knowledge, and effective pedagogy to plan clear, objective‑driven instruction to advance learning for all students
  • Collaborate with co‑teachers and instructional leaders through coaching, professional development, and advisory groups to support students’ academic and social‑emotional growth
  • Provide full‑group and small‑group intervention/small‑group SETTS aligned to students’ accommodations
• Classroom Environment
  • Set clear expectations and consistent routines to create a purposeful, warm, and supportive learning environment
  • Build a culturally sustaining classroom community where all students feel known, safe, valued, and respected by adults and peers
• Staff Collaboration
  • Embody a “Team First” mindset by collaborating across grade‑level and content teams, participating in professional development, and partnering with the broader school community
  • Demonstrate a commitment to giving and receiving feedback for continuous personal growth and betterment of the teaching and learning team
• Caregiver Partnership
  • Build strong partnerships with caregivers through consistent communication and regular updates on student progress
  • Use caregiver feedback to continuously improve instruction and the overall learning experience
  • Coordinate and facilitate family meetings as needed and attend all school‑wide caregiver events

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• Prior teaching experience
• In the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification
• Special Education Certification

Pay

The salary range for this role starts at $63,960 and increases based on years of experience. Salaries are set through a lens of equity, accounting for an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role.

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 and a 3‑year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA, and Dependent Care FSA
• Ancillary insurance: Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services for a variety of life issues

Schedule

Leave replacement position: September 2026 through November 2026 (tentative end date).