Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Position : Lower School Teacher (Elementary)

Department : Curriculum and Instruction

Supervisor(s) : Lower School Principal

POSITION SUMMARY :

Under the guidance of the Lower School Principal, the Lower School Teacher will implement the educational

curriculum in one or more academic subjects appropriate for K-8 school students, using New York State Learning

Standards to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their academic potential.

PRIMARY DUTIES :

• Create lesson and unit plans to teach students a subject, utilizing the state standards and curriculum.
• Develop and Implement a solid motivating curriculum for K-8 students.
• Modify lesson plans and materials to suit students’ current learning levels.
• Effectively integrate technology into the classroom (Schoology and Google)
• Develop teaching and learning materials for use in class, including lesson plans, exams and homework, homework and projects, and assignments that use all student skills.
• Maintain relationships with families and legal guardians of students to keep them informed of their child’s progress.
• Work with students individually to help them overcome specific learning challenges.
• Supervise students outside the classroom for example, during recess, field trips, or school-related events.
• Monitor and track student progress and issue grades.
• Knowledge of IEPs and Career Transition Plan
• Work collaboratively with other teachers and administrators, including related service providers, to regularly provide individualized support for each student regularly.
• Collaborate with other teachers to share best practices and provide meaningful feedback regularly.
• Support the school’s Strategic Planning initiatives with an emphasis on culture. Demonstrate a commitment to the school’s vision, purpose, and mission.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Ability and willingness to reflect and improve instructional practices.
• Compassionate and Passionate; Results-driven and goal oriented
• Excellent classroom management skills. Provide positive behavior intervention with support.
• Effective interpersonal communication skills with colleagues, parents, and students
• Knowledge of subject matter
• American Sign Language (ASL) proficiency
• Knowledge of child cognitive development and various learning styles
• Prior knowledge of Thinking Maps and Schoology
• Strong Google Suite skills preferred.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• Master’s degree in Deaf Education or related field.
• New York State Teaching Certification.
• Prior experience working with deaf students strongly preferred

SECURITY CLEARANCE :

Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Must have the ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times

Available : September 2024