Job Description

Elementary School Science Teacher

Global Community Charter School (GCCS) is a Harlem-based International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that is innovative, inquiry-based, culturally competent, and provides students with a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum that encourages critical and creative thinking.

The K-5th Grade Science Teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a classroom where whole group and small group instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work engages students, keeps classes focused, and infuses a lasting desire to learn in all.

COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Competitive Salary
• Option for 100% Employer paid; Medical, Dental, Vision FSA/HSA/PPO plans
• Dependent care FSA & Pre-tax commuter benefits
• 100 % Employer paid Term life and disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Gym reimbursement
• PTO, Paid Parental Leave Child care leave, and other leave benefits
• 403B Match and GCCS match
• Employee Assistance Program
• Health stipend if covered on a partner/spouse’s plan

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordinating knowledge of students, instructional content, and curricular resources to design differentiated Science units and lesson plans aligned to the NYS Science Learning Standards
• Differentiates instruction for students as an integral aspect of planning and teaching and understands Workshop Model in the design of instruction
• Evaluate academic achievement and progress towards learning objectives through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics; Utilize student data collected to drive instruction and intervention
• Engaging in coaching cycles and implementing research-based strategies that maximize their own performance and that of their students
• Reflecting on their own progress as educators and seeking out professional resources to continuously improve their practice
• Model, promote and embody the International Baccalaureate learner profile to create a cohesive school culture of academic and personal success
• Supporting the school as directed by the Chief Academic Officer and Assistant Chief Academic Officers

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university a must.
• A M.A., Ed.M or Master’s degree in education preferred.
• New York State Certification for relevant grades, subject area, or demonstrated process towards obtaining certification
• A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated success as a full-time elementary classroom teacher.
• Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting preferred.
• Evidence of excellence in teaching through continuous learning and data analysis
• Be a team player – a desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues
• Dedication to GCCS’ mission

How to Apply

GCCS Careers

Bureaus: New York. Job Categories: Full-Time. Job Types: Teacher. Salaries: 80,000 - 100,000.