Algebra I Teacher

  • Full-time

Company Description

Pharos Academy Charter School is a K-12 urban public education institution that prepares Bronx students for success in college and the innovation economy.

Job Description

PHACS TEACHER VISION
Pharos Academy Charter School is looking for a teacher who is an “uber” kid person. The ideal candidate absolutely loves to teach, train, and push students both academically as well as behaviorally. There is an understanding that messing up and failure is a natural and welcomed part of the learning process. In this teacher’s classroom, all students are treated with dignity at all times and students are taught non-academic skills like hard work, collaboration, kindness, and receiving feedback. 

In addition to being a kid person, the ideal candidate has a penchant for planning, preparation, using data, and being pushed to excellence. This teacher understands that what happens before students enter the classroom (intellectual preparation) drives what happens in the classroom and ultimately determines student achievement and success levels. 

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR IN AN EDUCATOR

  1. Commitment to daily and long-term instructional planning and preparation to ensure students get the most out of each class. 
  2. Commitment and drive to constantly learn and improve practice through implementing feedback from instructional leadership, peers, parents, and students to better serve and meet the needs of all students. 
  3. Commitment to using data to improve short term and long-term student achievement goals. 
  4. Full accountability for student academic outcomes and classroom culture and a steadfast belief that all students can achieve. 
  5. Commitment to being a team player (crew member) and belief in Pharos Academy’s core beliefs and educational viewpoint. 

MUST HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

  1. Bachelor’s degree in secondary education or Mathematics related field of study with a minimum grade point average of 2.50 overall.  
  2. Strong understanding of mathematics and how to apply skills to real world problems.
  3. Experience working with middle school school-aged children in an academic or youth development setting.
  4. Experienced teachers must show a proven track record of achievement in the classroom.

OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU

Compensation and Benefits

  1. Super competitive salary that is based on performance driving student outcomes. Starting salary for new teachers begins at $70,000. 
  2. Performance bonuses ($7500 – $15,000) for teachers who meet or exceed instructional goals. 
  3. 401k plan with employer matching of 5 percent. 
  4. Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Mental Health, Dental, Vision, and optional Life Insurance.
  5. All staff members are issued a laptop computer and have access to a wide range of instructional technology.
  6. While our classrooms come fully stocked with the essentials, teachers are reimbursed up to $250 for personal classroom expenditures (have fun decorating!).   

Teacher Support and Development

  1. Weekly one-on-one coaching that includes classroom observations and instructional meetings. 
  2. Weekly collaborative professional development.
  3. New & Emerging Teacher Training 
  4. Summer Professional Development Institute. 

TEACHER INSTRUCTIONAL GOALS

  1. At minimum, 75% of all students will reach proficiency in mathematics as measured by internal interim assessments as well as NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exam. 
  2. At minimum, 33% of all students will score a scaled score of 85 or higher on NYS Algebra 1 Regents Exam. 
  3. At minimum, 75% of students will show proficiency in problem solving as measured by internal performance tasks.
  4. Teacher will score proficient in classroom management and youth development as measured by student referral numbers, suspensions, and internal measurement tools. 

Additional Information

Pharos Academy is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for all teachers and staff members. As an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.