[School Year 2025-2026] Middle School Science Teacher
Dream Charter School - New York, NY
posted 16 days ago
About the position
DREAM, originally founded in 1991 as Harlem RBI, serves over 2,500 youth in East Harlem and the South Bronx through a network of seven PreK-12 charter schools and community sports-based youth development programs. The organization is committed to rigorous academics, social-emotional learning, family and community engagement, and health and wellness, aiming to create lifelong learners. The Middle School Science Teacher will report to the Academic Dean and is responsible for building meaningful relationships with students, implementing a Common Core-aligned curriculum, and collaborating with various teams to analyze data to drive instruction. This role is ideal for an educator passionate about improving student outcomes and fostering a positive school culture.
Responsibilities
- Work with co-teacher to create a culture where all students can achieve at high levels
- Implement a Common Core-aligned curriculum through backwards lesson planning
- Prepare for and participate in all meetings, collaborative planning, and professional development
- Track and monitor the academic progress of all students in the classroom
- Analyze assessment data to inform instruction
- Set and maintain high expectations by building meaningful relationships
- Work with Student Culture Team and Student Support Team to create individual plans for students
- Build a warm and inclusive classroom environment
- Collaborate with grade team, leadership team, and related service providers to analyze data and revise practices
- Establish and maintain strong relationships with families regarding scholars' progress
- Perform additional duties related to the running of the school as assigned.
Requirements
- Associate's degree required; Bachelor's degree preferred
- New York State certification in subject area preferred
- At least two years of teaching experience with a record of improving student achievement preferred
- Desire to make a difference in the lives of students, families, and community
- Ability to receive and implement feedback
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Commitment to working with diverse populations of families and students
- Bilingual (Spanish) preferred
- Strong belief in the mission and values of DREAM.
Nice-to-haves
- Experience in a charter school environment
- Familiarity with data-driven instruction
- Experience with diverse student populations.
Benefits
- Flexible Medical Health Plans
- Dental and vision plans
- Disability benefits
- Life insurance
- Up to 12 weeks fully paid of Parental Leave
- Flexible spending account options
- Pre-tax commuter benefits
- Fitness and entertainment discounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching up to 4%
- Tuition reimbursement support
- Referral bonuses
- Approximately 40 days off throughout the school year, including holidays and breaks.
