Democracy Prep Public Schools · 5 months ago
Permanent Substitute Teacher
New York, NY
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelDemocracy Prep Public Schools is committed to ensuring college success and civic engagement for its scholars. They are seeking a Permanent Substitute Teacher who will cover lead teachers' classes, implement lesson plans, and foster an inclusive classroom environment while supporting a culture of diversity and equity.
Responsibilities
Fully cover all aspects of a lead teacher’s class on days(s) they are absent
This includes but is not limited to: writing and implementing lesson plans, delivering lesson presentations, and grading the daily assignments
In most instances, this coverage will be for long-term leaves, but may also include daily coverage
Coverage assignments will be determined by the Senior Director of Talent Development
You can expect to cover assignments in more than one Democracy Prep school over the course of the year
Coverage assignments may occur in elementary, middle, or high school settings
Work to ensure that scholars enjoy a classroom culture characterized by high expectations and high support
Create an inclusive classroom and school community by engaging in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for our staff and scholars
Plan and prepare for effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum
Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practice
Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication
Continuously improve your professional practice through weekly coaching sessions and professional development
Cultivate the social-emotional well-being of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture that leverages strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the school's scholar support team
During long-term coverage assignments, engage in whole-school events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities/duties as needed and assigned by school leadership
Qualification
Required
A graduate of a Bachelor's degree program (required)
An educator with an unwavering commitment to the Democracy Prep mission of college success and authentic civic engagement for our scholars
A self-reflective and self-aware teammate who is dedicated to aligning their classroom to Democracy Prep's commitment to antiracism and who is eager to use these skills to contribute to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion
A flexible teacher who is comfortable in multiple content areas, able to build relationships quickly with scholars, and willing to follow the guidelines and systems of others
Benefits
Medical, vision, and dental insurance
Parental leave
Tuition reimbursement
A smartphone
A laptop
Participating in the mandatory TRS
Enrolling in a pre-tax 403b or post-tax Roth with Democracy Prep
Company
Democracy Prep Public Schools
Democracy Prep Public Schools is a school.
Founded in 2006
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.04MKey Investors
Access Psychology Foundation
2024-12-12Grant· $0.04M
Leadership Team
Natasha Trivers
Chief Executive Officer
Michelle Gieg
Interim Chief Operating Officer
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