Challenge Charter School
3rd-grade General Education Teachers K-5 (25-26 SY)
Challenge Charter School, New York, New York, us, 10261
3rd‑grade General Education Teacher, K‑5 (25‑26 SY) at Challenge Charter School
2 days ago – be among the first 25 applicants
Industry: Education | Employment type: Full‑time | Seniority level: Not Applicable | Job function: Elementary Education
Pay Range Challenge Charter School provided pay range:
$65,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr
Who We Are Since its founding in 2010, Challenge Preparatory Charter School (Challenge Prep) has provided students and families with a successful academic program in Far Rockaway, Queens. We currently serve over 1,200 scholars from Kindergarten to 12th grade across 3 sites. Our mission is to prepare students from the greater Far Rockaway community to excel academically, demonstrate mastery of the NY State Learning Standards, and achieve their career aspirations. Challenge cultivates and supports intellectual, aesthetic, social, emotional, and ethical development, preparing students to be responsible 21st‑century citizens. We offer a rigorous instructional program in a safe, supportive, technology‑infused, data‑enriched, and social‑emotional learning sequence, authentic field experiences, career counseling, and college coursework.
Understanding the Role Every member of the Instructional Team plays a critical role in ensuring students have the skills and confidence to pursue their paths. Educators are passionate advocates, working tirelessly to provide access to opportunities. We are committed to attracting educators who share the life experiences of our students. As a General Education Teacher, you will deliver exceptional instruction, assess scholar growth, and proactively support the school and team. This position reports to the principal.
Overall Job Goals And Responsibilities
Teach students the values of scholarship, respect, honesty, courage, and balance in a collaborative, technology‑infused, inclusive, family‑like environment. Assist all scholars in their content area classes to reach their full potential by focusing on individual aspirations and strengths.
Plan for students of all ability levels, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities, to achieve academic mastery.
Participate in after‑school and/or Saturday tutoring, sports, enrichment, arts, and family programs.
Contribute to in‑house committees for special programs.
Engage in professional development: inquiry work, intervisitations, common planning, and collaborative conversation.
Collaborate with colleagues to write unit plans and interim assessments; share teaching strategies, visit peer classrooms, analyze student data, and develop best‑practice pedagogy that supports literacy and critical‑thinking skills across all subject areas.
Provide ample social‑emotional support in and out of the classroom.
Use collaborative team‑teaching models for ELL students and special‑needs students.
Apply data from formative and summative assessments to guide instructional planning.
Develop an individual growth plan, including professional goals and objectives in collaboration with the Principal and/or Assistant Principal.
Utilize technology, including a parent/student portal and school website, to provide regular written updates and grades.
Who We Seek
Demonstrate commitment to and alignment with the CPCS mission, vision, program goals, and curriculum.
Show effective leadership skills that inspire teamwork and dedication.
Display strategic problem‑solving skills.
Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and community members.
Manage and organize efficiently.
Take initiative, assume accountability, and achieve measurable goals.
Plan strategically and adapt to unforeseen situations.
Create a positive, welcoming, fun, and conducive school culture.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
Master's degree preferred.
NYS certification preferred.
Highly motivated to teach students from underserved areas and devoted to closing the achievement gap.
Teaching experience in an urban school setting preferred.
Create engaging learning environments for students of all academic levels.
Maintain strong teamwork ethic.
Utilize data to drive instruction.
Benefits And Perks
Competitive salary, paid time off, matching of retirement contributions up to 3%.
Comprehensive benefits package including four health plans, two dental plans, and vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and transit.
Dedicated staff development, team cohesion, and shared decision‑making.
Opportunity to sit on committees and participate in key organizational decisions.
Professional development: weekly PD, year‑round trainings, and ongoing coaching.
Full‑time position commencing mid‑August through June.
School Sites K‑1: 1279 Redfern Avenue, Far Rockaway, NY 11691 Grades 2‑5: 710 Hartman Lane, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Selection Process Phase I – Virtual interview with the HR recruiter Phase II – Demo, panel interview, and interview with the Senior Director of Teaching and Learning K‑5 Final – Reference check, offer, and contract
Work Year Full‑time position begins in mid‑August and goes through the end of June.
An Equal Opportunity Employer Challenge Charter School is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, particularly in the Far Rockaway area, and to educating students. We welcome all applicants who share our mission and vision. Learn more at https://challengecharterschools.org/.
Application Details Salary is based on classroom teaching experience, education, and NYSED certification.
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2 days ago – be among the first 25 applicants
Industry: Education | Employment type: Full‑time | Seniority level: Not Applicable | Job function: Elementary Education
Pay Range Challenge Charter School provided pay range:
$65,000.00/yr - $95,000.00/yr
Who We Are Since its founding in 2010, Challenge Preparatory Charter School (Challenge Prep) has provided students and families with a successful academic program in Far Rockaway, Queens. We currently serve over 1,200 scholars from Kindergarten to 12th grade across 3 sites. Our mission is to prepare students from the greater Far Rockaway community to excel academically, demonstrate mastery of the NY State Learning Standards, and achieve their career aspirations. Challenge cultivates and supports intellectual, aesthetic, social, emotional, and ethical development, preparing students to be responsible 21st‑century citizens. We offer a rigorous instructional program in a safe, supportive, technology‑infused, data‑enriched, and social‑emotional learning sequence, authentic field experiences, career counseling, and college coursework.
Understanding the Role Every member of the Instructional Team plays a critical role in ensuring students have the skills and confidence to pursue their paths. Educators are passionate advocates, working tirelessly to provide access to opportunities. We are committed to attracting educators who share the life experiences of our students. As a General Education Teacher, you will deliver exceptional instruction, assess scholar growth, and proactively support the school and team. This position reports to the principal.
Overall Job Goals And Responsibilities
Teach students the values of scholarship, respect, honesty, courage, and balance in a collaborative, technology‑infused, inclusive, family‑like environment. Assist all scholars in their content area classes to reach their full potential by focusing on individual aspirations and strengths.
Plan for students of all ability levels, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities, to achieve academic mastery.
Participate in after‑school and/or Saturday tutoring, sports, enrichment, arts, and family programs.
Contribute to in‑house committees for special programs.
Engage in professional development: inquiry work, intervisitations, common planning, and collaborative conversation.
Collaborate with colleagues to write unit plans and interim assessments; share teaching strategies, visit peer classrooms, analyze student data, and develop best‑practice pedagogy that supports literacy and critical‑thinking skills across all subject areas.
Provide ample social‑emotional support in and out of the classroom.
Use collaborative team‑teaching models for ELL students and special‑needs students.
Apply data from formative and summative assessments to guide instructional planning.
Develop an individual growth plan, including professional goals and objectives in collaboration with the Principal and/or Assistant Principal.
Utilize technology, including a parent/student portal and school website, to provide regular written updates and grades.
Who We Seek
Demonstrate commitment to and alignment with the CPCS mission, vision, program goals, and curriculum.
Show effective leadership skills that inspire teamwork and dedication.
Display strategic problem‑solving skills.
Communicate effectively with students, families, staff, and community members.
Manage and organize efficiently.
Take initiative, assume accountability, and achieve measurable goals.
Plan strategically and adapt to unforeseen situations.
Create a positive, welcoming, fun, and conducive school culture.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree required.
Master's degree preferred.
NYS certification preferred.
Highly motivated to teach students from underserved areas and devoted to closing the achievement gap.
Teaching experience in an urban school setting preferred.
Create engaging learning environments for students of all academic levels.
Maintain strong teamwork ethic.
Utilize data to drive instruction.
Benefits And Perks
Competitive salary, paid time off, matching of retirement contributions up to 3%.
Comprehensive benefits package including four health plans, two dental plans, and vision insurance.
Flexible spending accounts for health, dependent care, and transit.
Dedicated staff development, team cohesion, and shared decision‑making.
Opportunity to sit on committees and participate in key organizational decisions.
Professional development: weekly PD, year‑round trainings, and ongoing coaching.
Full‑time position commencing mid‑August through June.
School Sites K‑1: 1279 Redfern Avenue, Far Rockaway, NY 11691 Grades 2‑5: 710 Hartman Lane, Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Selection Process Phase I – Virtual interview with the HR recruiter Phase II – Demo, panel interview, and interview with the Senior Director of Teaching and Learning K‑5 Final – Reference check, offer, and contract
Work Year Full‑time position begins in mid‑August and goes through the end of June.
An Equal Opportunity Employer Challenge Charter School is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, particularly in the Far Rockaway area, and to educating students. We welcome all applicants who share our mission and vision. Learn more at https://challengecharterschools.org/.
Application Details Salary is based on classroom teaching experience, education, and NYSED certification.
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