CT Middle School History Teacher-New Haven (2026-27)

School Year

• 2026-27
• Teaching at
• Achievement
• First: Achievement First invites you to apply for a teaching role! This is an exciting opportunity for teachers dedicated to delivering exceptional instruction while continually growing in their craft. At AF, you'll be part of a vibrant, supportive community where professional development, collaborative planning, and personalized coaching from school leaders are a part of your weekly experience. In this role, you won't just be preparing students for college and career—you'll be inspiring them to lead lives of purpose, leadership, and impact. You'll create a learning culture in which scholars can discover their fullest potential and become agents of change, making a difference within their communities and beyond. At AF, we believe in nurturing the whole child, setting high academic standards, and fostering a classroom environment where students thrive both intellectually and emotionally—and can be their authentic selves. Together, we are building a more just and equitable world, one classroom at a time. Join us, and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of education. Responsibilities of an
• Achievement
• First
• Teacher will include but are not limited to: Outstanding academic achievement and personal development Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students to reach ambitious goals. Build classroom community by partnering with families to facilitate children’s academic success and personal development. Utilize data from Achievement First’s interim assessments to drive instruction and intervention. Implement unit and lesson plans with the grade or subject team. Exemplify AF’s core values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues. Professional learning, development and growth Collaborate with coach, grade-level chair and school team to improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills. Attend all professional development, team planning and data analysis meetings. Skills and Characteristics Strong instructional and classroom management skills. High level of personal organization and planning. Embraces feedback as an opportunity for growth, openly listening and reflecting on input from others. Educational Background and Work Experience Experience working with K-12 students, with two years of teaching experience preferred. Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0; Master’s degree preferred. If your GPA is between 2.5 and 3.0, you may submit additional recommendations to be considered. Connecticut certified or in process of obtaining a certification. CT: http://www.sde.ct.gov/sde/cwp/view.asp?a=2613&q=321230
• Certification
• Required: