Living Environment and Algebra I High School Teacher (2025 - 2026 School Year)

Beginning with Children

Beginning with Children (BwC) is a Brooklyn based school management organization founded by school reform leaders Joe and Carol Reich over 30 years ago on a deep belief in the power of education. BwC supports two New York City Public Charter Schools and an alumni and college success program that provides education and academic supports for students from Pre-K to college.

Our schools, Beginning with Children Charter School 2, Community Partnership Charter School, and Community High School are located in Bedford Stuyvesant, Clinton Hill, Williamsburg, and downtown Brooklyn, where approximately 90% of our families qualify for free/reduced lunch. Our hard-working families, face high rates of low-wage employment, and find it increasingly difficult to break the cycle of poverty and continuing injustice which plague these neighborhoods. At BwC we know that academic success and college completion have proven to be the most effective way to promote social and economic mobility. We are committed to creating strong centers of learning that transform the lives of students and families and revitalize communities.

Beginning with Children continues to post-secondary and college success through its alumni program, the Legacy Network. The success of BwC Scholars is the product of caring, committed and talented educators who work collaboratively with families to meet the needs of our students. As we continue to develop our Professional Learning Community we invite talented and innovative educators to join us in our mission to provide quality instruction to every child in every classroom.

BwCCS2 Mission

BwCCS 2 is a nurturing community that fosters a love of learning and the development of character for students in grades K-8. Our students achieve academic excellence and are prepared to succeed in top performing high schools and colleges. BwCCS 2 students develop and use G.R.I.T. (Good Judgment, Resilience, Integrity, and Teamwork) for personal and community improvement.

Open Position: Living Environment and Algebra I High School Teacher

Position Summary

Community High School is seeking a dedicated and dynamic Living Environment and Algebra I Teacher to deliver high-quality, standards-aligned instruction to high school students in an urban learning environment. The teacher will be responsible for teaching New York State Regents , aligned Living Environment and Algebra I courses, supporting students’ academic achievement, critical thinking, and socio-emotional development.

The ideal candidate is a reflective, student-centered educator who uses data-driven instruction, culturally responsive practices, and differentiated strategies to ensure all students, particularly those in underserved communities, can access rigorous content and achieve academic success.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in Living Environment and Algebra I, aligned to New York State Learning Standards and Regents expectations.
• Develop and implement lesson plans that incorporate inquiry-based learning, real-world applications, and higher-order thinking.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, linguistic, and learning needs of students, including students with IEPs and English Language Learners.
• Prepare students for Regents exams through targeted instruction, spiraling, and skill-based practice.

Assessment & Data

• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and inform instruction.
• Analyze student performance data to adjust teaching strategies and support continuous academic growth.
• Set measurable student achievement and growth goals and track progress toward those goals.

Student Support & Culture

• Support students’ academic and socio-emotional development in alignment with the school’s values and expectations.
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes high expectations and student accountability.
• Build strong relationships with students and families to support student success.

Collaboration & Professional Practice

• Collaborate with school leadership, instructional coaches, and colleagues to implement the school’s mission and academic goals.
• Participate in professional development, grade-level/content-area meetings, and school-wide initiatives.
• Model professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to continuous improvement.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of the school community.

Qualifications

• New York State Teaching Certification in Biology (Living Environment) and/or Mathematics (preferred).
• Bachelor's degree (required).
• Master’s degree (preferred).
• Previous experience teaching Algebra 1 or Living Environment (preferred)
• Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience at the secondary level (required).
• Experience aligning instruction to Common Core / NYS Learning Standards and Regents exams.
• Demonstrated ability to differentiate and modify instruction for diverse learners, including students with disabilities and English Language Learners.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including students, families, staff, and community partners.
• Experience in urban school environments strongly preferred.
• ESL experience or bilingual Spanish proficiency is a plus.

Personal Characteristics

The successful candidate will be:

• Passionate about providing a high-quality education to students in an underserved urban community.
• Relentless in their commitment to improving student outcomes.
• Reflective, humble, and open to feedback and continuous growth.
• Collaborative, mature, and capable of building trust across the school community.
• A strong role model who demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and a strong work ethic.
• Committed to maintaining consistent standards of excellence in teaching and learning.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $97,780.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Have you previously worked in an urban school setting or with historically underserved student populations?
• How many years of full-time teaching experience do you have?
• Have you previously taught Living Environment at the high school level?
• Have you previously taught Algebra I at the high school level?
• Describe your experience preparing students for New York State Regents exams (Living Environment and/or Algebra I).
• Do you currently hold a New York State teaching certification in Biology (Living Environment) and/or Mathematics?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Brooklyn, NY 11201 (Required)

Work Location: In person