Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School, High School Science Teachers

ORGANIZATION

The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School (EMNRBS) is a charter, co-ed, tuition-free high school. With a total student body of 440 boys and girls, EMNRB seeks to foster a unique, innovative, hands-on learning environment.

This school is the first specialty high school in the entire country for basketball, but NOT for the PLAYING of the game.

The Founding Trustee, former NBA Commissioner David Stern, often said, A Ball and a Book Can Change the World". The EMNRB community promotes a commitment to excellence, social responsibility, high achievement, and rigorous programs that empower and inspire students and those who facilitate their learning.

All students will be challenged and supported in their drive to achieve wisdom, service, community, and leadership journey.

For more information about Earl Monroe, please visit https : / / www.earlmonroeschool.org / school.

OPPORTUNITY

The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School (EMNRBS) seeks passionate, energetic, and dedicated Science Teachers to join the school in the upcoming 2024-2025 school year.

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching at the High School level, an enthusiasm for project-based instruction and integrated curriculum, a passion for student engagement, a willingness to grow and develop pedagogically, and a passion for working with adolescents in a community with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Experience in one or more of the following content areas : Biology, Earth Science, Chemistry, Physics, Astronomy; General and Advanced Placement*

RESPONSIBILITIES

Key responsibilities of our teachers will include :

• Assist in establishing a culture of high academic expectations and behavior.
• Support a vision of growth for all student’s development of advanced literacy skills.
• Prepare rigorous and engaging lessons that integrate basketball-related career paths.
• Facilitate interdisciplinary, project-based units.
• Foster collaboration with colleagues to improve practices throughout the school and share best practices.
• Develop and plan a curriculum aligned to New York State standards.
• Support the social / emotional development of our students by implementing SEL techniques and / or mindfulness curriculum throughout the class.
• Maintain ongoing parent communication.
• Serve as an advisor to a small group of students and deliver Advisory lessons.
• Participate in the self-evaluation process for personal and professional growth.
• Actively participate in professional development activities and work closely with the school leadership team.
• Contribute to the professional community by identifying needs and developing solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in the content area or related field required.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Dual certification in Special Education is preferred, but not required.
• New York State Certification preferred.
• Deep knowledge of the New York State Framework and Standards in the content area.
• Experience with active learning techniques.

Benefits

The Earl Monroe New Renaissance Basketball School offers a competitive starting salary range of $70,000 - $90,000, a comprehensive benefits package, professional development opportunities, and an extraordinary work environment.

For additional questions about this position or to speak with someone about your interest, please contact Toren Triepke at ttriepke@edgilityconsulting.com.

Edgility Consulting is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. Recruiting staff to create an inclusive organization is a priority, and we encourage applicants from all backgrounds.

Candidates are evaluated solely on their qualifications to perform the work required. #LI-TT1