2026-2027 Middle School Teacher

Mission of NCS

Our mission is to provide the children of NCS with new educational opportunities through a rigorous, comprehensive K-8 program that cultivates the intellectual, social, and emotional development of each child. Our students, who will include autistic scholars and students with IEPs, will become independent learners and critical thinkers, will acquire the academic skills that they need to succeed in college preparatory high schools, and will exhibit the social and emotional skills that will allow them to reach their full potential.

The Opportunity

NCS is seeking teachers passionate about teaching Middle School students and with expertise in the specific subject areas being taught (ELA, Math, Science, and History). Teachers with a professional and personal dedication to student achievement, a growth mindset, and a willingness to give and accept feedback in order to promote professional growth are successful candidates at NCS.

Job

Duties & Responsibilities

• Building Relationships
• Collaborate with co-teachers to continuously improve best classroom practices and to support the achievement of the overall goals and mission of the school
• Communicate and reinforce high expectations and standards for behavior and academic performance, aligned with Neighborhood Charter Schools’ school culture and core values
• Cultivate a strong classroom community with students and families

• Intellectual Preparation and Instructional Delivery
• Plan for and develop rigorous instruction and deliver it effectively to large and small groups of students
• Solicit, welcome, and incorporate feedback to improve instructional practice
• Reflect critically upon teaching experience and identify areas for further professional development
• Maintain a secure and effective learning environment with impeccable order and clear expectations and routines

• Data Analysis, Assessment and Grading
• Provide students with meaningful feedback and give them multiple attempts to show their learning
• Measure student achievement of, and progress toward, all learning objectives using appropriate assessment tools
• Drive academic outcomes by analyzing data, reviewing scholar work, and implementing high leverage instructional moves to ensure gains for all scholars