Lead Teacher; K - 6th Grade

Position: Lead Teacher (K - 6th Grade)
Lead Teacher

What our teachers mean to us - At Manhattan Charter School, we believe teacher effectiveness is the key to high student achievement. Teachers receive a circle of support and time for developing their craft that includes:

* Targeted Professional Development that is built into the school calendar

* Daily support and feedback from content area experts in writing, literacy and math, and specialty consultants

* In addition to building a robust network of on-staff expertise, MCS is committed to investing in teachers by sending them for specialized training and experiences based on teacher individual needs, interests, and areas of specialization

* A full-time Instructional Assistant that is pursuing a Master's in Education in each class

* An operations team who have set up operational processes that support teachers rather than burdening them

Specific Lead Teacher Responsibilities

* Executes the mission of MCS including: high academic achievement; integration of the core learning disciplines; the application of critical thinking skills and ethical standards to learning; and living and problem solving through individual teaching and learning practices

* Believes that every child can and will achieve high academic standards, and provides consistent support to our students no matter how challenging the individual situation may be.

* Consistently reflects on self, as well as instructional practices, to achieve these academic goals

* Plans student learning and individual achievements based on long and short-term goals, and program objectives

* Selects and uses effective instructional methods and learning materials

* Establishes a cooperative relationship with all assigned students

* Manages the classroom in a positive manner and keeps students on task

* Attends, participates, and facilitates team meetings and professional development opportunities, as well as common planning times

* Communicates and collaborates with peers, sharing student work, methodologies and strategies, as well as coordinating lesson topics with other teachers in order to create a coherent curricular design that achieves the overall purposes of the school program

* Prepares, administers and reviews all required student assessments

* Meets regular and predictable attendance requirements

* Performs other duties, as deemed appropriate, by the Principal

Qualifications

* Master's degree in Education required

* Minimum of two years teaching in an urban public school or charter school setting

* Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability

* Belief in and alignment with Manhattan Charter School's core beliefs and educational philosophy

* Valid New York State Certification is helpful but not required

Compensation

60,000 - 80,0000 per year

To Apply

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COVID-19 Precaution(s):

* Remote interview process

* Personal protective equipment provided or required

* Temperature screenings

* Social distancing guidelines in place

* Virtual meetings

* Sanitizing, disinfecting, or cleaning procedures in place

Work Remotely

* No

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $30.00 - $36.00 per hour

Benefits:

* 401(k)

* 401(k) matching

* Dental insurance

* Health insurance

* Paid time off

* Vision insurance

Schedule:

* 8 hour shift

Work Location:

In person