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The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School

ELA Teacher (Middle School)

The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, New York, New York, us, 10261

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Join a team of master teachers and earn a $140,000 salary at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and on 60 Minutes for its revolutionary teacher salaries and its outstanding results. TEP aims to achieve educational equity for students from traditionally underserved communities by utilizing world-class teachers, while re-imagining the teaching profession as a place in which teachers prioritize their own growth—as pedagogical experts, intellectual seekers, and community leaders.

Watch the video below to learn more about TEP's investment in teachers.

About the Role (Responsibilities)

As one of the three pillars of our program (Academics, Arts, and Athletics), TEP is deeply committed to building a classroom culture that fosters a genuine love for math and a positive attitude towards learning.

English Language Arts (ELA) teachers at The Equity Project inspire a love for language arts among middle school students with theme-based close-reading units that incorporate novels, non-fiction texts, and poetry. Independent reading is emphasized throughout the school - with robust classroom libraries in all subject areas (from ELA to Science to Music). Writing instruction is focused around developing key analytical skills while fostering critical thinking, and preparing our students to clearly communicate and advocate in their own authentic voices.

As one of The Equity Project's middle school English Language Arts teachers, you will lead teach students on your grade-level for 90 minutes of English Language Arts each day, building deep connections with students that support student learning and development. English Language Arts teachers collaborate with co-teachers to facilitate lesson plans that include small-group instruction and individualized feedback to support student achievement and progress in reading and writing. Each TEP English Language Arts teacher teaches

one subject to one grade level

in any given year, but may switch grade levels and/or subjects from one year to the next.

Middle School

teachers will work in a state-of-the-art learning environment carefully designed, built, and crafted to spark joy and instill a love of learning for TEP students. Our school building in the Washington Heights/Inwood community provides a perfect learning environment for developing students by providing innovative classroom settings, a full gymnasium, a high-tech performing arts space, and an indoor/outdoor café where meals are prepared fresh on a daily basis for students and staff.

About You (Qualifications)

Deeply aligned to TEP’s mission

of providing a world-class education to historically under-resourced student communities (90% of TEP students qualify for free or reduced-price lunch, 22% of TEP students receive Special Education services, and 25% of TEP students are Multi-Lingual Learners)

Classroom experience:

Minimum of 3 years of lead teaching experience, at least 2 of which must have been in 4th through 9th grade classrooms in a public charter school, traditional public school, or private school setting

The ability to

internalize and implement a dynamic, innovative, and engaging English Language Arts (ELA) curriculum.

Ability to shape the content to cultivate critical thinking while meeting each individual student's needs and learning style.

Outstanding

verbal ability

and

strong communication skills

Certification requirements:

English Language Arts Teachers do not need to possess a New York State Teacher Certification to be hired at TEP Charter School. However, prospective English Language Arts teachers that do not yet have New York State teaching certification must identify and present a pathway to obtain New York State teaching certification on their application.

Education requirements:

TEP adheres to the educational background requirements outlined within the individual pathways to NYS teaching certification (see above) and does not require any additional degree programs for English Language Arts Teachers.

Why TEP (Benefits)

At TEP, growth isn't just for our students—continued growth is also a central priority for our teachers. That's why we're redefining the teacher experience, offering a rewarding career that includes an annual salary that matches TEP’s high expectations.

Compensation:

Master Teachers earn an annual salary of

$140,000 , with the opportunity to earn a significant annual bonus up to $35,000 based on whole school performance

Redefined Work-Year:

3 extended rest breaks and 3 professional development institutes focused on learning and collaboration

Unmatched Educator Talent:

Be surrounded by a collaborative community of experienced, passionate educators who care about educational equity

Time Off:

Approximately 10 weeks of vacation per year (all school vacations)

Employee Wellness:

We value your well-being through our Staff Food Program, Staff Retreats, and Wellness Programming

Healthcare:

World-class medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance policies

Family Focus:

Parental leave and dependent care account so you can care for your loved ones

403b Retirement Plan:

We care about your ability to save for your future

Learning & Development:

A culture that provides and encourages professional growth and development, including professional development and tuition/continuous learning reimbursements

Application Process

TEP is designed and structured around the belief that great teachers are the key to achieving educational success for students. As such, we require applicants to demonstrate their qualifications throughout the application and hiring process. The requirements for each applicant include:

Resume:

Applicants must submit an up-to-date resume

Cover Letter:

Applicants must submit a well-written cover letter highlighting their specific interest in joining the TEP community

Instructional Video:

Applicants must submit an unedited video clip of themselves teaching in a classroom setting or small-group setting

Submission of Teaching and Learning:

Applicants must submit a portfolio of student work, assessment data for a class of students, or an original curricular tool that they have personally developed

The requirements for the

Instructional Video

and the

Submission of Teaching and Learning

components are specified in detail below.

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