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Job description
Elective Teacher
Job Description
About Inwood Academy for Leadership
Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school that began as an idea among community members who longed to see more educational choices offered to the children of Washington Heights and Inwood.
All staff must be willing to commit to our mission: Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School will empower students in Inwood and Washington Heights to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development and college preparedness. Our staff regard our student leaders as burgeoning assets to their community and help them develop the tools they need to be successful in college and beyond. IAL is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience for all students we serve. We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, flexible, and innovative as well as able to embody the IAL traits of leadership in their daily work (honesty, integrity, responsibility, caring and restraint).
Reports to:
Academic Dean
Qualifications:
At least one year of teaching in an urban environment
Bachelor's degree required, Master's Degree preferred
Valid NYS Teaching Certificate Preferred
Receptiveness to ongoing coaching and evaluation
Evidence of excellence when working with middle and high school students
Excellent communication skills
Team player, the ability to work collaboratively
Spanish proficiency preferred but not required
Duties & Responsibilities: Work in a collaborative team teaching environment or individual classroom setting
Engage students in active learning
Integrate technology into core classroom instruction
Use assessment data to modify and improve student learning
Utilize online student system to track student progress through competencies and keep up to date assignments for students
Contribute to program design and implementation
Participate in all staff programs and academic planning, implementation, and evaluation
Enforce and uphold school policies and culture
Communicate effectively and maintain consistent relationships with students, colleagues, and families
Other duties as assigned by Administration
Compensation:
IAL offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403B retirement plan with 5% match. In addition to extensive professional development, our teachers are equipped with all necessary instructional supplies and technology.
To Apply:
Apply online via the Careers page at
As an equal opportunity employer, we hire and promote without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.
Working hours are Monday-Friday 7:30am-3:35pm.
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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