Middle School 6-8 Math SPED Teacher 26-27

Equality Charter School is an innovative, high-performing, and growing charter school serving the Bronx community. We are currently seeking a 6-8 Math SPED Teacher to support our middle school campus. At Equality Charter Middle School (ECMS), we pride ourselves on being a true community school-one that provides scholars with a well-rounded educational experience grounded in academic rigor, social-emotional awareness, and love. The ideal candidate is deeply aligned with these core values and demonstrates that alignment consistently through their practice, relationships, and daily presence within the school community. Responsibilities for this position are varied and include, but are not limited to: Serve as a key team member, striving to collaborate whenever possible Participate in professional development opportunities that are either presented by Equality or independently identified Participate in and contribute to teacher team meetings, PLC meetings, data inquiry team meetings and coaching meetings (collaboration with instructional coaches. Two free prep periods per dayDevelop daily lesson plansCollaborate with co-teachers and other support staff to ensure all students' needs are metMaintain a highly-engaged classroom setting that promotes good order and a love of learning Highlight student voices and promote student-led discovery of meaning May be asked to serve as an advisor in tandem with a co-advisor by leading a daily advisory class focused on the underlying soft skills that all students need to succeed in academia, in career, and in life Complete all grades and comments in a timely fashion Use data to drive instructional decisions At Equality Charter Middle School, the role of the classroom teacher is intentionally designed to differ from that of many other schools. Teachers serve as the deans of their own classrooms, holding primary responsibility for both academic instruction and the social-emotional culture of their learning environment. Our program is structured to provide educators with the time, focus, and support needed to excel as core academic instructors while also serving as strong, consistent social-emotional leaders for their scholars. We deliberately minimize competing demands so teachers can build deep expertise in the foundational content areas that drive all learning, while also maintaining clear ownership over classroom routines, relationships, and expectations. The responsibilities and time allocations associated with this role reflect a clear and purposeful instructional priority, reinforcing teachers' authority and accountability as the instructional and cultural leaders of their classrooms. If you are energized by the expectations above and inspired by the instructional approach described below, we enthusiastically encourage you to apply and consider joining our team.

Gene Johnson, Middle School Principal (Finding a Permanent Home at Equality)http://www.campusreel.org/colleges/equality-charter-school/video-share/finding-a-permanent-home-at-equality-charter-high-school-with-geneCristina Strahle, High School Spanish Teacher (Educational Equity)http://www.campusreel.org/colleges/equality-charter-school/video-share/respect-and-trust-within-the-equality-charter-staff-with-cristina-strahleCiara Simmons, High School Career and Literacy (Why I Came to Equality)http://www.campusreel.org/colleges/equality-charter-school/video-share/why-i-came-to-equality-and-why-i-stayed-with-ciaraWant to learn more? Check out the links below to learn more about Equality Charter School: Equality Website - http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/Equality's Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/equalitycharterschool/Equality News Site - http://www.equalitycharterschool.org/news/Equality's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/company/2769597?trk=hp-feed-company-nameExecutive Director Caitlin Franco's LinkedIn Page - https://www.linkedin.com/in/caitlin-franco-47434111