Amber Charter Schools · 3 weeks ago
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Amber Charter Schools is committed to creating an inclusive educational environment and is seeking an Elementary Classroom Teacher. The teacher will develop lesson plans, manage classroom behavior, assess student progress, and maintain communication with parents, all while fostering a love of learning and inclusivity among students.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the school's curriculum and educational standards
Foster a love for learning through creative and interactive teaching methods
Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning
Implement effective behavior management strategies to ensure a respectful and focused learning environment
Assess students' progress through regular evaluations and provide constructive feedback
Collaborate with colleagues to analyze assessment data and adjust teaching strategies accordingly
Maintain open and regular communication with parents or guardians regarding student progress, achievements, and areas for improvement
Organize and participate in parent-teacher conferences
Work collaboratively with other teachers, specialists, and support staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational team
Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills
Integrate technology into the curriculum to enhance and support the learning experience
Ensure students are proficient in essential digital skills
Foster a culturally competent and inclusive learning environment that respects and celebrates diversity
Incorporate diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum
Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with educational trends and best practices
Pursue opportunities for further education and training
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree
Strong knowledge of pedagogical theories, child development, and effective teaching strategies
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to create a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
Technological proficiency for incorporating digital tools into teaching
Familiarity with high-quality curriculum programs
A high degree of comfort and confidence planning and implementing rigorous, engaging, and effective instruction
Capacity to develop strong relationships based on trust, respect, effective communication, and common goals
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple obligations and initiatives, strong attention to detail, and excellent time management
Strong command of all Microsoft Office and Google drive programs
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Completion and pass pre-employment Fingerprinting and Reference check process
Legally eligible to work in the United States
Perform other duties as assigned
Preferred
2 years experience as a lead teacher in an elementary school setting
Master's degree in field of education
New York State teaching certification (Childhood Education Grades 1-6 and/or Early Childhood Education Birth-Grade 2)
Ability to speak, write and understand Spanish fluently
Benefits
Medical plans averaging a $55 employee contribution monthly for single coverage (with dependent options available and averaging $92-$124 per month)
Dental & vision coverage
A 403(b) retirement savings plan with an organization-paid contribution after 1-year
Various supplemental benefit options such as life insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
Pre-tax commuter & transit benefits
Flexible spending/health reimbursement accounts
Longevity and referral bonuses
Generous paid time off
Access to a federal student loan debt reduction program
Professional development
A friendly work environment
Company
Amber Charter Schools
Amber Charter School, founded in 2000 as New York’s first Latino-led charter school, serves students across three campuses: East Harlem, Kingsbridge, and Inwood.