High School Science Teacher

Salary: Based on Experience

Our Mission: The Charter School of Educational Excellence's mission is to develop students who are critical thinkers, motivated leaders, and lifelong learners. We are committed to a strong partnership with our teachers, parents, community, and alumni.

Our Commitment: The school will employ standards-based, research-proven curriculum, implement best educational practices, use a variety of assessments to measure ongoing student progress in skills and content, and support teachers through professional development aligned to the instructional program.

Overview: We are looking for a dynamic high school science teacher who is passionate about building relationships with students, developing highly engaging lessons, and inspiring students to reach their maximum potential. This position reports to the school building principal and the assigned supervisor.

Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree preferred
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• New York Science Teacher Certification in Grades 7-12 required
• Able to improve curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade-level team
• Passionately dedicated to the school’s mission with a steadfast belief that all students will receive a rigorous elementary foundation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required to develop rubrics, examine data, and metrics that will enhance student knowledge and promote performance of superior work products
• Demonstrates strong classroom control and organization
• Proven ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a diverse team of teachers and administrators
• Knowledge of adolescent development and demonstrated experience with executing planned lessons to meet the differential needs of each child
• Strong written, grammatical, presentation, and verbal communication skills
• Experience working with at-risk student population in some capacity preferred
• Educational experience after college (fellowships, summer study, or graduate course work to pursue greater depth in a subject area, specific instructional methodology, curriculum development, special education, technology, etc.) preferred
• Working knowledge and comfort level with instructional technology

Duties & Responsibilities

• Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum in consultation with the Administration and Directors
• Teach students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in an inclusion setting and implement IEPs as necessary
• Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods
• Use consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom
• Document all lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods
• Use consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom
• Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication, and ensure student engagement
• Measure student achievement and progress towards learning objectives using the school’s formative and summative assessment tools
• Evaluate academic achievement through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics
• Provide ongoing and timely feedback to students on their progress towards meeting expectations and achieving goals
• Use student data to reflect on the effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and personal practice
• Submit assessment data and reports to the Principal in a timely manner
• Create and manage a responsive learning environment that enables students to feel safe, to be creative, and to develop to their full potential
• Implement and enforce the school’s code of conduct
• Organize and supervise approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.
• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues, and administrators
• Develop and use rubrics for evaluating student products and performances
• Work closely with all members of the school community, model citizenship, collaboration, and support of one another
• Other tasks as assigned by the Administration

Compensation

A competitive compensation package, including base salary and complete benefits, is available.

Applying & selection process

After submitting your cover letter and resume, CSEE will review your application materials. Candidates with a strong track record of success will be invited to participate in a first-round interview. Applicants who advance past the first interview will be invited to a second-round interview, which includes presenting a demo lesson in a classroom setting with members of the Administration team present for observation.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

It is the policy of Charter School of Educational Excellence to provide educational and employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage and citizen status, age, marital status, disability, prior record of arrest or conviction (except as provided by law), sexual orientation, gender (sex), and to maintain an environment free of discriminatory harassment, including sexual harassment, or retaliation as required by civil rights law.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $58,410.00 - $80,520.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• NYS Science Teacher Certification (Required)

Work Location: In person