Middle School Science Teacher

Description

About Bronx Arts :

Bronx Charter School for the Arts (Bronx Arts) is a public school founded on the principle that a rich and vibrant background in the arts is a key component of achieving academic excellence. We strive to serve as a model that encourages creativity and innovation in the classroom and inspires students to develop the intellectual and personal fortitude to realize their dreams.

Opportunity Summary

Bronx Arts seeks a Middle School Science Teacher responsible for promoting a positive school culture while working with parents, students, and outside instructional consultants to ensure that the high expectations we have for our scholars are maintained in their classroom. Teachers must use their knowledge of the development of young children, in ways which young children learn to support the social, emotional and cognitive development of our scholars.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and teach clear and engaging lessons in your content that follow the rigorous Common Core aligned Bronx Arts curriculum
• Differentiate small group instruction for students with special needs and provide individual or small group instruction for students who require additional academic support
• Develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practices.
• Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with scholars, families, and colleagues.
• Continuously improve your professional practice through grade-level meetings, weekly coaching sessions, data-driven reflection and professional development, including an annual summer institute.
• Build a warm and inclusive classroom environment, implementing the practices of Responsive Classroom
• Support the social, emotional and cognitive development of adolescent children.

Requirements

Compensation

Compensation packages are competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits include : Health, Paid Time-Off, Short-term Disability, Life Insurance, Commuter Benefit Program. Optional benefits include : Retirement Investment (403 Plan), Dental Insurance, Vision Plan, and Medical Flexible Spending Account.

Bronx Arts is an equal opportunity employer. Bronx Arts does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.