Teacher Teacher (NYC DOE, multiple openings)
Job Description
Seeking Classroom Teachers
The Teachers College Community School (TCCS) invites inquiries and applications for the 2017-18 school year. Openings are anticipated in elementary general and special education, and secondary English, Social Studies and Math. A cluster position is also anticipated in the arts (music, visual arts or dance) or technology. A New York State teaching license is required. Final approval of positions will be subject to budget.
Who We Are
The Teachers College Community School is a unique PreK-8 university-assisted demonstration public school in Harlem, managed by the New York City Department of Education, and formally affiliated with Teachers College. The school opened in 2011 and admits students by lottery. Growing by one grade a year, TCCS currently serves 275 students from PreK-5, and will inaugurate its middle school program in 2017-18 with the first 6th grade class.
Mission and Special Features
TCCS is a small, dynamic learning environment that focuses on nurturing children’s academic, social, emotional, and physical well-being. TCCS prides itself on having a very diverse student body and actively engaged parents. The school’s theory of action is rooted in student choice, voice and ownership of their learning. The school staff is highly collaborative and committed to development of a robust learning community. Teachers College provides intellectual, human and fiscal resources to enrich curriculum and student learning, and support teacher professional development. For more information about our school community visit: www.tccsps517.org.
Desired Characteristics
We are seeking educators with a track record of collaborative teamwork, experiential pedagogy and integration of technology, along with a demonstrated commitment to student development and achievement, and to their own professional growth. Initial review of candidates will begin immediately.
