Manhattan Charter Schools for the Curious Minds · 6 months ago
SY 25-26 5th/6th Grade ELA Teacher
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$60K/yr - $80K/yrManhattan Charter Schools are two high-performing charter schools located in New York City, committed to providing students with the necessary tools for success. The 5th/6th Grade ELA Teacher will cultivate a love for reading and writing while building students’ literacy skills in a nurturing and rigorous environment.
Education Management
Responsibilities
Plan and deliver engaging English Language Arts lessons aligned with state standards and the school’s curriculum
Teach reading comprehension, writing, grammar, and vocabulary to develop well-rounded literacy skills
Utilize formative and summative assessments to monitor student growth and guide instruction
Foster a love for literature by introducing diverse and culturally relevant texts
Create a classroom environment that encourages collaboration, discussion, and creativity
Serve as a homeroom teacher, providing social-emotional support and building a sense of community among students
Communicate with families about student progress and collaborate with colleagues
Participate in professional learning communities
Write lesson plans and enter grades weekly
Participate in evening events, student conferences, concerts, and other family events
Participate in professional development and contribute to the school community
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in education, English, or a related field
State teaching certification in English or ELA (or ability to obtain certification)
Experience teaching middle school students, particularly in grades 5 or 6
Strong knowledge of literacy development and instructional strategies
Passion for fostering a growth mindset and resilience in students
Preferred
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Company
Manhattan Charter Schools for the Curious Minds
MCS provides students a rigorous curriculum of core subjects to help ensure high levels of academic achievement.
Founded in 2005
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageCompany data provided by crunchbase