Middle School Humanities Educator

1 week ago

New York, New York, United States Public Preparatory Network Full time

Position Overview

Middle School Humanities Teacher (ELA/History)

Location: Bronx, NY

Why Choose Public Prep?

Public Prep is a network of single-gender K-8 educational institutions and co-ed PreK, dedicated to the belief that every student can achieve outstanding academic success. Our approach combines rigorous and engaging academic programs with a strong emphasis on social-emotional learning, essential for nurturing the whole child. We prioritize strong partnerships between families and staff, embodying our core value of community and fostering the collaborative structures necessary for supporting our students both at school and at home. Each school is led by a committed leadership team and staff who work together to cultivate a warm, joyful, and challenging educational environment.

We are dedicated to enhancing our adult learning culture. As a member of the Public Prep team, you will be part of a learning environment where the growth and success of our students are central to our mission. We customize professional development opportunities to ensure high expectations, a growth mindset, humility, and data-informed decision-making are integral to our work. Our professional development includes coaching cycles, ongoing observations and feedback, and targeted opportunities from both within our network and external providers.

Compensation and Benefits

Public Prep offers a competitive salary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity, with a salary range of $67,000-$89,898. We recognize the importance of quality benefits for our staff and their families, providing a comprehensive rewards package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, wellness benefits, flexible spending accounts, paid time off, commuter benefits, referral bonuses, professional development, student loan repayment assistance, homeownership programs, and a 403(b) plan with a 5% employer match. Our employees are also eligible for NYS Teacher Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

Key Responsibilities

Instruction and Preparation

  • Address the diverse learning needs of all students in your classroom.
  • Design lessons that foster independent learning opportunities.
  • Exhibit a passion for education, a growth mindset, and a love for literature.
  • Deliver engaging lessons and learning activities.
  • Provide authentic opportunities for students to process content.
  • Utilize data to inform decisions that enhance student outcomes.
  • Deliver high-quality core content while integrating social-emotional instructional practices.

Relationship Building and Student Support

  • Create a safe and supportive learning environment for all stakeholders.
  • Encourage student voice and choice in the learning process.
  • Apply restorative justice principles to manage conflicts and redirect behavior.
  • Manage student conduct and use mistakes as learning opportunities.
  • Maintain high expectations for effort, persistence, and quality of work.
  • Celebrate student progress and achievements.

Family and Community Engagement

  • Build positive relationships with families through care and trust.
  • Provide regular communication updates for families.
  • Encourage family participation in classroom activities and learning opportunities.
  • Equip families with tools and strategies to support their children at home.

Professional Responsibilities

  • Commit to reflective practice and responsiveness to feedback.
  • Engage in professional development opportunities, including mentorship and coaching.
  • Continuously reflect on your teaching practice and content knowledge.
  • Maintain accurate records for grading and progress monitoring.
  • Collaborate with colleagues and invest in your growth as an educator.
  • Support school initiatives as directed by leadership.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution.
  • Master's degree in English, History, or a relevant field preferred.
  • New York State Certification for relevant grades and content area or progress towards reciprocity.
  • A minimum of 2 years of successful experience as a full-time middle school educator.
  • Experience in a high-performing urban school setting preferred.
  • Demonstrated excellence in teaching through ongoing learning and data analysis.
  • Strong organizational and planning skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with others.
  • Commitment to single-sex education.
  • Conversational or fluent Spanish is a plus but not required.
  • A strong work ethic and a sense of humor.

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