SY 26-27: Elementary School 3rd Grade Teacher

Elementary School 3rd Grade Teacher Join Our “Relationships-First” Team

• We invite you to be a part of a team whose mission-aligned culture offers sustainable, rewarding career paths in teaching, operations, and leadership, built on collaboration and mutual support. Experience the difference at a workplace that celebrates and cultivates each team member’s passions, skills and multi-disciplinary interests as we build a brighter future together, one student at a time.
• Why
• Educators
• Choose S2: A “Relationships-First” culture where you’re valued, supported, and included Collaborative planning time and mutual support Opportunities to lead initiatives that strengthen student growth at every stage of their PreK–12 education Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits including offering a competitive compensation package, including a strong benefits program and a 401(k) with a 6% organizational match A bilingual, community-rooted model serving Washington Heights and Inwood including a pantry partnership, Bachata Nights, multicultural festivals, and a reading initiative.
• Our 3rd
• Grade
• Teacher: Our Elementary School at School in the Square is a Dual Language 1st-5th grade program dedicated to providing each student with the tools and support to become lifelong learners. The Elementary School provides a creative, bilingual immersion program alongside a focus on SEL. We are looking for dedicated, mission-aligned teachers who have a passion for bilingual immersion. Reporting to our Principal and in collaboration with a diverse and committed School Leadership Team (SLT), you will support our efforts to ensure high academic standards while also focusing on the social-emotional needs of all students. If you have a deep belief that all students can thrive in a challenging, high-quality, nurturing and supportive learning environment, we would love to hear from you.
• Who
• You
• Are: Skilled in current teaching methods and educational pedagogy including but not limited to: Interactive, hands on, creative learning Use of technology to support instruction in all areas Use of assessment to drive instruction Differentiation of curriculum to meet the needs of diverse learners Knowledge of co-teaching strategies Knowledge of ELL strategies A strategic, solutions-focused thinker with strong communication and planning skills. A strong relationship builder, you get personal fulfillment by teaching and coaching students in both academic and non-instructional situations, respecting and encouraging student effort. Familiar with restorative practices, a strong believer in anti racism education, culturally responsive and sustaining pedagogy, trauma informed practices Self-reflective with the capacity to accept and implement feedback to improve instruction A graduate of a Bachelor’s Degree in Education or relevant content area Current possessor of a valid New York State Teaching Certification or willing to enroll in a New York State Teaching Certification Program and obtain such Certification within two years. Bilingual in Spanish preferred What Can You Expect From Us At S2, we take as much care of our staff as we do of our students. S2 is committed to supporting our staff by helping them build sustainable, rewarding careers that center on each individual’s passions and multi-disciplinary interests. All of our faculty and staff are valued professionals and we are proud to provide team-building and collaboration, comfortable and friendly working conditions and more, to ensure our team members have the tools they need to succeed. In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, School in the Square provides competitive salaries. Using two pay scale ranges based on your New York State Certifications, years of experience and education level certified teachers salary ranges from $68,500 - $124,061 and uncertified teachers salary ranges from $65,500 - $121,061. Additionally, we provide opportunities for supplemental compensation, an excellent benefits package with a 401K program with a 6% organizational match 93% coverage of healthcare coverage longevity bonus generous paid time off and a supportive work environment. School in the Square understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.