Middle School Science Teacher (25-26)

Middle School Social Studies Teacher, Brooklyn, New York

In-Person Work Required

This is an exempt position and is not eligible for overtime.

This role is eligible for an one-time $2,500 signing bonus for candidates who are hired by October 15th

WHO WE ARE

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools providing 1,700 students in Brooklyn with the outstanding education they deserve. We strive to provide students with the academic skills and critical-thinking abilities they need to succeed in a college-preparatory high school and beyond. As an organization, we acknowledge the detrimental impact of racism and systems of oppression. We envision a pathway to equity that features excellent curriculum and instruction in response to the opportunity gap—providing our scholars with access and opportunities to succeed. We commit to reflect individually on the roles we play within systems of oppression, and we channel our individual talents and cultural sensitivity to help our scholars and local community thrive. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a talented team that reflects the backgrounds and experiences of our students and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

We believe that all children can learn when immersed in a rich environment full of high expectations, rigorous academics, and caring, committed adults. We believe equity and excellence are not mutually exclusive—we can meet the needs of all students in our schools, while actively engaging parents and driving toward excellent academic results. We believe it is both our privilege and responsibility to help close the opportunity gap in the Brooklyn community.

WHO YOU ARE

You are an educator with experience teaching grades 6-8. You are excited to work closely with our students. You believe that collaboration amongst the adults at a school lead to the highest levels of student achievement. You prioritize student engagement, critical thinking, and authentic relationship-building in the classroom. You have demonstrated that you are a reflective practitioner and prioritize the needs of your students first and are committed to doing the work to educate the whole child.  Additionally, you possess the following qualities: 

• Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced 

• Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues 

• Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve results and and make growth in your own practice and in related student outcomes  

• Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture through building relationships with students and using  classroom management strategies to promote safety and inclusion of all students 

• Classroom presence: you are clear and precise when sharing new content with students and can effectively lead students through inquiry-based class discussions   

• Exceptional communication skills: you shine in front of the classroom and through written and verbal communication 

• Science content and pedagogical knowledge 

• Detail-oriented, and highly organized 

• Classroom teaching experience required; 2 years preferred 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As a Middle School Science Teacher, you will lead classrooms of about 20 middle school students. You will be expected to manage the following daily:

• Empower our scholars through teaching that balances cognitive development and critical thinking skills through responsive, rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum

• Provide a range of instructional, management, and assessment strategies to meet the different needs of students
• Create thoughtful and engaging unit and lesson plans daily
• Participate in creating, revising, administering, and grading assessments
• Keep accurate and organized records of student information
• Provide tutoring to small student groups as required

• Collaborate with colleagues across content areas and grade levels
• Attend and actively participate in all meetings including PLCs, grade-level meetings, and PD sessions
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed, as well as manage parent communication
• Ensure the safety of students at all times
• Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities

• Actively engage in identity work and necessary conversations