Classroom Co-Teacher 2012-13 Job in New York 10025, New York US

Position Description

At Harlem Link, teachers work in highly collaborative teams and have a great deal of professional responsibility within the school’s curriculum and lesson planning framework.  Teachers are responsible for providing a rigorous instructional program to scholars in the service of closing the achievement gap and creating a safe, structured learning community to foster citizenship skills and higher order thinking.  Teachers at Harlem Link are outcome-oriented, hardworking and receptive to feedback, putting in the time necessary to ensure scholars meet the school’s high expectation for learning.

Responsibilities of Co-Teachers

Curriculum and Instruction

·       Plan units of study and lessons by following the Harlem Link curriculum framework

·       Write and implement learning objectives that are challenging and measurable, and are based on Common Core standards as well as student assessment data

·       Teach reading and writing through balanced literacy and a workshop model (mentors to our approach include Fountas and Pinnell, Patricia Cunningham, Lucy Calkins)

·       Teach math through a workshop model using TERC as touchstone for major concepts and additional learning activities that allow students to meet skill and conceptual thinking expectations

·       Teach social studies based on school expectations and scope and sequence, integrating units into reading and writing time to the maximum extent possible

·       Model and instill a love of learning

Special Education (if applicable)

·       Work with co-teacher to implement modifications and accommodations for students with IEPs

·       Monitor IEP goals for students

Assessment

·       Administer tri-annual assessments to inform instruction, including DRA and MAP

·       Administer and review end of unit tests in reading, writing and math to track student achievement of standards

·       Create and administer standards-based interim assessments including but not limited to: observation recording tools, checklists and inventories, rubrics, quizzes

·       Analyze student work and assessments to inform instruction and create Data Action Plans several times per year

·       Group students dynamically based on academic needs as informed by assessment data

·       Demonstrate an ongoing commitment to data-based accountability

Management

·       Use classroom and behavioral management strategies that are structured, consistent, respectful and responsive to student needs

·       Ensure a safe physical and emotional environment for students through positive framing, kind communication with students and adults, predictability and consistent routines

·       Take responsibility for order and productivity by refusing to tolerate classroom disruptions, creating individual behavior plans when needed

Collaboration with Co-Teacher

·       Communicate and plan with your co-teacher on a regular, ongoing basis (before school, during school hours, with the children, after school)

·       Utilize a common approach to behavior management, time management, classroom organization and appearance, planning, teaching, and monitoring learning

·       Remain open and honest with co-teacher, speaking out when issues arise

·       See the classroom as a shared space

·       Split up responsibilities and roles as much as possible

Collaboration with Staff

·       Attend staff meetings and development sessions

·       Incorporate personal professional needs and administrative feedback in developing and maintaining a Professional Growth Plan

·       Participate actively in the school’s established professional development structures

·       Discuss curriculum and planning in weekly grade team meetings

·       Meet with AIS teachers and social workers as necessary

·       Meet and work with the instructional coach and external consultants based on individual or classroom needs

·       Meet (individually or with co-teacher) with the principal and assistant principal to monitor student progress, co-teaching, and professional goals

Collaboration with Families

·       Build a rapport with families

·       Communicate with families through a daily double-entry log/progress report, phone calls and meetings as necessary

·       Attend and participate in at least two parent meetings during the year

·       With other staff, coordinate at least one special event to encourage family involvement and dialogue about students

·       Meet with families three times a year (report card conferences)

·       Involve families through classroom student work celebrations

·       Involve families through volunteer opportunities

Qualifications

·       Appropriate NY state teaching certification (or reciprocal certification from another state)

·       Masters degree or higher in education

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Benefits are provided in accordance with school policy. To apply, submit resume and cover letter online on our website, www.harlemlink.org.