Teacher, Math/Science 5th Grade

About the role

The Bank Street School for Children is seeking an innovative Math/Science Teacher for the Upper School who will primarily teach 5th grade students. This role combines subject-area instruction with homeroom responsibilities, where serving as a co-advisor builds community and attends to the social-emotional development of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach math and science curriculum responsive to students' developmental capacities and needs
• Document lesson plans and develop comprehensive curriculum with guidance from supervisor and in collaboration with the math/science team
• Differentiate instruction to support group and individual learning
• Utilize materials-based discovery approaches and inquiry-based pedagogy
• Incorporate technology into the classroom when applicable to enhance learning
• Apply both standards-based assessment and progressive teaching methods
• Serve as co-advisor and homeroom teacher, organizing and maintaining a positive classroom community
• Provide extra help to students as necessary during activity periods and morning math
• Write student reports and present at curriculum events
• Communicate regularly with individual families and others who support students' learning and growth

Requirements

• A Master's degree
• At least three years of experience teaching upper elementary or middle school students
• Experience with student-centered math and science curricula
• Working collaboratively in a progressive school that values social justice and equity work

Qualifications

• Passion for working with 10 and 11-year-olds in a hands-on, inquiry-based learning environment

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting
• Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

Occasional overnight work (approximately one multi-night trip per year) and occasional event support (approximately four per year) that may occur during early mornings, evenings, or weekends.

Pay

$60,000 - $150,000

Schedule

10-month position covered by the Professional Employees' Federation (PEF) Regular hours: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Mondays through Fridays, with one extended day per week until 5:00 PM on Wednesdays for faculty meetings