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Middle School ELA Teacher (PA I)
New York, NY, US
Source: Harlem Children's Zone careers · View original posting
- Pay
- $71,314 — $160,386 USD per year
- Employment
- full time
Employer job description
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Job Details:
- Position: Middle School ELA Teacher
- School: Promise Academy I Middle School
- Location: 245 W. 129th street New York, NY 10027
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy – top-performing K-12 charter schools within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seeks an English Language Arts Teacher!
The ELA Teacher will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in our community and beyond.
For more information, check out Want to Work at Promise Academy? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know.
Teacher Schedule:
Monday – Friday
10-month school year with optional summer opportunities for additional pay
Requirements
- Who you are
- Bachelor’s degree
- Valid New York State Teaching Certification in English Language Arts or Childhood/Secondary Education (1-6, 5-9 or 7-12)
- Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in an urban school setting
What you’ll do
- Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content.
- Assess student progress using a variety of methods—exams, projects, and written work—to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth.
- Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best.
- Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands-on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students.
- Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
- Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a culture of trust, communication, and academic success.
Benefits
- We’re passionate about hiring outstanding ELA teachers who are dedicated to helping our scholars thrive. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package because we believe our teachers deserve it!
- Our exceptional benefits include: Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
- No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
- $10,000 sign-on bonus for certified teachers
- Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Annual and performance-based bonuses
- In addition, we provide our teachers with the resources they need to be successful. Teachers receive a personal laptop, Smartboards, and tablets; bi-weekly professional development; and the support of a team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers who are committed to ensuring the success of all our scholars.
- The ELA Teacher salary ranges from $71,314 - $160,386. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants.
- Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States. Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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