South Shore Charter School Hiring for 2023-24 School Year- Elementary Teachers (K-1) Full Time

DEPARTMENT: Instructional

ROLE TYPE: Full Time

S TO: Principal

START DATE: August 1, 2023

HOURS: 7:15am- 4:30pm + some out of school time responsibilities

COMPENSATION: Starting $55,000- $75,000 (Please note that salaries are determined based on credentials and years of experience)

School Overview

South Shore Charter School is a newly approved K-5 tuition-free public charter school serving Suffolk County. Our mission is to cultivate in our students the tenacity, integrity, and curiosity needed to become innovative and socially responsible leaders, ready to face and solve the ever-changing challenges facing our society.

At South Shore Charter School, our educational philosophy is rooted in the belief that students must be active participants in the learning process to cultivate their authentic leadership skills. We believe that students learn best in environments where the teacher’s role is decreased, and students are challenged to take ownership of their learning. To accomplish our mission, we will utilize curriculum programs that support an inquiry-based approach to teaching and learning, emphasizing the student’s role in the learning process. Our curriculum programs will cultivate innovative thinking by fostering curiosity, exploration, questioning and problem-solving.

Learn more about South Shore Charter School by visiting our website: www.southshorecharterschool.org

For the 2023-24 school year, we are seeking elementary school lead classroom teachers with high expectations of their work and of their colleagues’ and the willingness to engage in deep reflection and growth. Our team members are persistent, dedicated professionals, who are team players and have a sense of humor. Team members at South Shore Charter School are passionate about the development, learning and success of their teams, and relentless about attaining the best outcomes.

Primary Roles and Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Curriculum and Instruction

• Adapt and execute a rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and assess students’ progress
• Develop academically rigorous lessons, adapt unit plans, rubrics, and assessments
• Use data to inform instructional decisions
• Provide students with daily feedback on mastery performance in character and academics and plan for individual learning needs
• Demonstrate strong pedagogy
• In conjunction with Special Education Teachers, works to ensure that all IEPs and student needs are met both within and outside of the classroom

Commitment to School and classroom Culture

• Work collaboratively with your school team
• Create classroom environment that is conducive to learning and is developmentally appropriate to the maturity and interests of the students
• Help develop a school-wide culture that best fits the needs of our students, teachers, and families
• Attend and participate in all staff meetings and communicate openly with staff
• Develop positive rapport with students
• Create and foster a positive and calm learning environment
• Model and uphold the school’s values, student management policies and culture

Family Engagement and Empowerment

• Establish and maintain strong communication lines with all parents and share progress about both character and academics
• Be available for open houses, parent-teacher conferences and other events involving families and the community
• Make him/herself available to students, parents and other staff members
• Conduct home visits to build strong relationships with students and parents

Data, Feedback, and Constant Learning

• Pursue challenging professional goals each year
• Offer support and receive constructive feedback from colleagues in order to create a professional working atmosphere that is conducive to change and growth
• Participate in school-wide and individual professional development, including both over the summer and weekly during the academic year (held during school hours)
• Seek to constantly develop and improve teaching practices through ongoing feedback conversations with School Leaders and other school faculty within South Shore Charter School
• Participate in coaching and professional growth opportunities to improve your instructional practice and support others to improve their craft

Additional Requirements:

• Participate in daily duties (i.e. breakfast, lunch, dismissal) to support school operations
• Assist with both student and staff recruitment
• Maintain accurate records, grade book, and data tracking systems

Commit to professional learning, development, and growth

• Actively engage in instructional coaching and professional development aimed at improving your practice

Employment Qualifications:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year educational institution
• New York State Teaching Certification (preferred)
• Proof of Covid-19 vaccination (required)

Experience

• At least two years of charter school teaching experience (preferred)
• Experience working in an educationally and/or economically disadvantaged community (highly preferred)
• Data driven educators with a track record of closing the achievement gap
• Demonstrated ability in adapting curriculum and lessons to various student needs
• Experience in interdisciplinary studies and inquiry-based learning highly preferred

Skillset

• Experience teaching using an inquiry based approach/ project-based learning (preferred)
• Execute our core instructional model, leading high quality literacy, problem solving, and social emotional lessons from the South Shore Charter School curriculum
• Gap closing teaching experience with proven record of student growth (preferred)
• Expertise and a passion for teaching at an elementary level and possess a strong desire to grow as a teacher
• Utilize data to inform instruction, intervention, and acceleration (personalize the learning experience for all kids)

Mindset

• Value the importance of working in a diverse, inclusive, and equitable environment
• Exhibit a growth mindset as an educator and lifelong learner
• Effectively collaborate with others
• A collaborative attitude towards teaching and learning
• Capability to effectively build, develop and maintain strong relationships with a variety of stakeholders (e.g., students, teachers, administration, clinical team, families, outside agencies)
• Ability to self-direct and prioritize among competing goals, exhibit flexibility, and drive results in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment
• The ability to be flexible in a new school environment
• Adept at thinking strategically/analytically, translating plans into action, and exhibiting excellent judgment
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, and presentation skills with keen attention to detail; ability to invest stakeholders in student goals
• A solution-oriented mindset and ability to bring a new lens to challenging problems
• Be present and willing to do whatever it takes to ensure that all students are on track lives of choice and opportunity

Positions:

• Lead Classroom Teachers
• ENL Teacher
• Special Education Teacher
• Music Teacher
• Physical Education Teacher
• Engineering Teacher

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to attend an in person interview on Long Island at our school facility?

Education:

• Bachelor’s (Required)

Experience:

• CHARTER school teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• teaching certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location