Middle School Classroom Teacher

Our Commitment:

Amber Charter Schools understands specific groups are subject to marginalization. We believe these powerful groups should be centered in our community and are highly encouraged to apply. We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation/affectional preference gender (including gender nonconformity status as a transgender or transsexual individual and gender identity or expression) sexual and reproductive health decisions national origin ethnicity ancestry citizenship age familial status partnership status caregiver status pregnancy status uniformed service military and veteran status employment status disability political affiliation height weight or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law rule or regulation.

Position Summary

The Amber Charter School Classroom Teacher understands and promotes the schools mission vision objectives and policies both within and outside the immediate school community. The Classroom Teacher is responsible for providing a classroom/instructional program that supports the individual needs of all children in accordance with the schools mission and values established by the school.

Note: Our Middle Schools are located at our East Harlem campus and our Inwood campus. *Please note this role is for our 2025-2026 school year.

Essential Responsibilities

Curriculum Implementation:

• Develop and implement lesson plans that align with the schools curriculum and educational standards.
• Foster a love for learning through creative and interactive teaching methods.

Classroom Management:

• Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
• Implement effective behavior management strategies to ensure a respectful and focused learning environment.

Student Assessment:

• Assess students progress through regular evaluations and provide constructive feedback.
• Collaborate with colleagues to analyze assessment data and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.

Parent Communication:

• Maintain open and regular communication with parents or guardians regarding student progress achievements and areas for improvement.
• Organize and participate in parent-teacher conferences.

Collaboration:

• Work collaboratively with other teachers specialists and support staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational team.
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills.

Incorporate Technology:

• Integrate technology into the curriculum to enhance and support the learning experience.
• Ensure students are proficient in essential digital skills.

Cultural Competence:

• Foster a culturally competent and inclusive learning environment that respects and celebrates diversity.
• Incorporate diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.

Professional Development:

• Engage in continuous professional development to stay current with educational trends and best practices.
• Pursue opportunities for further education and training.

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelors Degree
• Strong knowledge of pedagogical theories child development and effective teaching strategies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to create a positive safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Technological proficiency for incorporating digital tools into teaching.
• Familiarity with high-quality curriculum programs.
• A high degree of comfort and confidence planning and implementing rigorous engaging and effective instruction.
• Capacity to develop strong relationships based on trust respect effective communication and common goals.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple obligations and initiatives strong attention to detail and excellent time management.
• Strong command of all Microsoft Office and Google drive programs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Completion and pass pre-employment Fingerprinting and Reference check process.
• Legally eligible to work in the United States.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Preferred Experience and Qualifications

• 2 years experience as a lead teacher in a middle school setting
• Masters Degree in the field of education
• NYS teaching certification
• Ability to speak read write and understand the Spanish language

Ambers Expectations

• Regular attendance and punctuality
• Maintain a professional appearance
• Organizational fit for Amber culture that is exhibit the Amber Traits of Achievement Community Responsibility Honesty and Respect

Equipment

• Laptop Promethean board classroom and office equipment

Work Schedule

• 10 month work schedule

Work Environment/Physical Effort:

• Regularly required to sit stand for long periods of time walk climb stairs speak loudly and clearly visually observe hear operate a computer and other classroom school and office equipment reach with hands and arms bend down and must occasionally lift move and/or support up to 20 pounds. Work is being performed in a traditional multi-floor school environment with limited to no elevator access.

Compensation

Amber Charter Schools strictly follow a salary schedule for each role to ensure our continued commitment towards pay equity. The expected salary range for this role is$63781- $106246depending on verified relevant work experience highest level of completed education and required certifications and/or licenses for the role. This is an exempt position.

Who We Are:

In addition to Ambers competitive salaries Amber offers opportunities for supplemental compensation an excellent benefits package starting on day 1 including medical plans averaging a $55 employee contribution monthly for single coverage (with dependent options available and averaging $92-$124 per month) dental & vision coverage a 403(b) retirement savings plan with an organization-paid contribution after 1-year various supplemental benefit options such as life insurance short-term and long-term disability coverage pre-tax commuter & transit benefits and flexible spending/health reimbursement accounts longevity and referral bonuses generous paid time off access to a federal student loan debt reduction program professional development and a friendly work environment.