Newark, New Jersey30+ days ago
Essential FunctionsResponsibilities include, but are not limited to:· Demonstrating a proficiency in working with black and brown students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds· Demonstrating cultural competence and knowledge of best practices to support students of various social-economic experiences when working with our students· Creating and maintaining a positive, safe and collaborative classroom environment for students· Continuously strengthening their classroom community by investing students and families in our iDream values (Innovation, Diligence, Respect, Empathy, A+ Self Control and Model Student), Core Values, Mission, and Vision· Executing the network adopted unit and lesson plans to accelerate student learning and social emotional development· Executes instructional practices as outlined with appropriate accommodations, modifications, and acceleration as needed for student learning and success· Attending and actively participating in all required meetings to ensure strong communication and professional development, including department, grade level and staff meetings· Participating in regular meetings with their coach to support their development, including observation and feedback meetings, planning meetings and data meetings.· An unwavering commitment to the academic success and personal development of our students;· An eagerness to set ambitious, challenging, and tangible goals, and a relentless drive to achieve them;· An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and a capacity to remain calm and focused when faced with unexpected challenges;· Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse group of people· Proficiency in working with computers, including commonly used software like Google Documents, Google Sheets, and Excel· Prior experience working with children strongly preferred· Bachelor’s degree is required from an accredited college or university;· A valid teaching license/certification or an active pathway to acquire one is required· An ability to meet all state and federal guidelines in order to be fully licensed and “Highly Qualified” according to ESSA;· Current authorization to work in the United States – A candidate must have such authorization by his or her first day of employment.