Apply on Employer Site

Democracy Prep Public Schools · 1 month ago

High School Biology/ Earth Science Teacher

New York, NY

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$69K/yr - $138K/yr

2+ years exp

Democracy Prep Public Schools is dedicated to fostering college success and civic engagement among scholars. The High School Science Teacher will create a supportive classroom environment, implement a research-based curriculum, and engage students in meaningful discussions about their education and community.

Responsibilities

Ensure Classroom Culture: Create and maintain a classroom atmosphere characterized by high expectations and high support

Create an Inclusive Environment: Engage in training, reflection, and dialogue around issues of race, identity, diversity, equity, and inclusion for staff and scholars

Curriculum Implementation: Plan and prepare for the effective implementation of a coherent, research-based curriculum

Data-Driven Instruction: Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curriculum and instructional practice

Build Relationships: Maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues through effective and frequent communication

Professional Growth: Continuously improve your practice through weekly coaching sessions, professional development, and collaborative, data-driven reflection with department and grade-level teams

Support Social-Emotional Well-Being: Cultivate the social-emotional growth of all scholars by building a positive classroom culture and leveraging strong partnerships with scholars, their families, and the scholar support team

Foster Active Citizenship: Engage students in age-appropriate conversations and activities about current events, participation in community service, and the celebration of culture, heritage, and identity

Whole-School Involvement: Participate in school-wide events and tasks, including transitions, family conferences, tutoring, and other activities as assigned by school leadership