The Opportunity

Harlem Village Academies is a community of educators working to build an urban school district based on the ideals and tenets of progressive education. HVA is the demonstration site for the Progressive Education Institute.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach highly engaging, academically rigorous curriculum and lessons, aligned with HVA’s standards and progressive pedagogical philosophy

• Invest several hours per week in professional learning, including personalized instructional coaching, co-planning, department meetings, grade level meetings and other learning work 

• Build strong, lasting relationships with students, inspiring them to hold themselves to a high standard of academics and character

• Establish and uphold classroom expectations that support students to develop increased agency, responsible autonomy and ownership over learning

• Analyze assessment data and use it to inform your instruction

• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure student mastery of standards

• Maintain close relationships with families, including phone calls and conferences

• Contribute to the school community by attending school events, leading a club, reading group, athletic team, or other initiative

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of relevant teaching experience required, 5+ years of teaching experience preferred

• A commitment to progressive pedagogy: e.g. using inquiry, problem solving, and discussion to develop deep conceptual understanding

• Strong track record of student achievement in your past teaching

• Ability to create a class environment in which students feel safe, supported and challenged to engage deeply in meaningful work

• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement

• Unshakeable conviction that all students can learn at a high level

• Highly thoughtful and reflective, committed to always getting smarter with colleagues, reflecting on mistakes, welcoming feedback and making continual adjustments in your practice

Compensation & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $62,000 - $104,000, and is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Final salary may be adjusted based on experience and qualifications. HVA is committed to providing our team with a range of benefit offerings at a competitive value.

Organizational Culture

Our team is passionately committed to the vision and values of Harlem Village Academies. The ideal candidate will have a positive mindset, a very strong work ethic, an inner drive for excellence and will thrive working in an entrepreneurial and results-driven environment.

Harlem Village Academies is an Equal Opportunity Employer and committed to diversity among our staff. Applicants of diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.