WHIN is currently seeking a Science Teacher who is ready to help grow a unique school community where compassion, kindness, and curiosity drive each and every day.

 

Specifically, the Science Teacher is responsible for:

• Creating and maintaining a fun, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students love to learn
• Differentiating instruction to meet learners needs
• Developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and assessments for students with diverse learning needs
• Driving academic outcomes for all students by analyzing data, differentiating instruction, and supporting each learner’s unique needs
• Contributing to the Child Study Team assessments of student needs
• Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective science curriculum
• Implementing a music-infused science curriculum
• Inspiring students and fellow staff to perform at his or her highest potential 

• Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with WHIN families
• Uphold all school policies within the classroom
• Attend designated school functions outside of school hours
• Attend and participate in all school/parent meetings
• Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
• Receive and implement feedback from school leaders and other staff
• Participate with enthusiasm in all school wide professional development
• Perform necessary duties including but not limited to bus, lunch, and dismissal duties

 

Qualifications for the Science Teacher are:

• Urban elementary teaching experience
• NYS or equivalent Elementary Education Teaching Certification (B-2 or 1-6) with coursework in science education (Special Education Certification highly preferred)
• Experience teaching science and exceptional knowledge of the Next Generation Science Standards
• Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students
• An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level
• Proven commitment and success working with students and families
• The ability to thrive in a startup environment
• The ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and exciting school
• A sense of humor and kindness towards your colleagues

 

Advanced proficiency in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred

• Bilingual (Spanish)
• Music performance
• Early Childhood teaching experience and/or certifications
• Project Based Learning and Inquiry Based Learning
• Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice models