General Education Teacher

Position :

• General Education Teacher Location :                         Sisulu-Walker Charter School of Harlem                                          71 Convent Avenue, New York NY 10027 Reports to :                     Principal FLSA Status :                   Exempt   About Sisulu-Walker Charter School of Harlem :   The mission of the school is to prepare K-5 students living in and around Central Harlem for matriculation to outstanding public, private and parochial middle and high schools by nurturing their intellectual, emotional, artistic and social development.
• The school is accomplishing this by offering a rigorous and challenging academic curriculum taught by a highly prepared and committed cadre of professional educators.
• Beginning in kindergarten, we prepare our students for college and a lifetime of achievement, honor and service.

Sisulu-Walker is achieving this in a small and supportive learning environment that sets high expectations for all our students and encourages strong parental and community involvement.   Position Overview :

The General Education Teacher is responsible for providing a classroom / instructional program that supports the individual needs of all children in accordance with the school’s mission and values established by the school.   Responsibilities and Duties (including, but not limited to) :

Provide opportunities and supervise activities for students to demonstrate individually and in ensembles or large groups the skills and talents developed in the music program   Student Support and School Culture Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues and administrators Establish, involve, and assist students in the development, maintenance, and evaluation of portfolios Develop and use rubrics for evaluating student products and performances Oversee and assist with student arrival / dismissal Work closely with all members of school community, model citizenship, collaboration and support of one another Other tasks as assigned by the Administration   Academic and Certification Qualifications :