Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School
Middle School Teacher - all subjects
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School, New York, New York, us, 10261
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Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School .
Who We Are Forte Prep is a 5th through 8th grade college preparatory, tuition‑free public charter school serving the Jackson Heights, East Elmhurst and Corona communities in Queens, NY. We educate 360 students in the school year. Our mission is: Through rigorous academics, quality instruction, and a positive culture of individual and collective responsibility, Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School equips all students in grades 5 through 8 to excel in college preparatory high schools and use their leadership and voice to change the world.
Our students have outperformed Community School District 24, 30, Queens County, New York City and New York State on ELA and Math state exams in each of our first two years. We doubled proficiency rates in reading and nearly tripled them in math, and look forward to continuing to build from there. We are on our way to becoming a school that is well‑known and well‑respected in Queens.
Commitments
Preparation for high school, college, and beyond.
Literacy and math are at the heart of a world‑class education, open doors to college and lives of opportunity, and underpin everything that we do.
Unlocking potential in every student.
We focus on creative and digital enrichment, remediation, and individualized instruction based on data.
Excellent teaching and learning.
High‑quality teachers are critical to creating and sustaining a culture of excellence and building academic success for every student, in every class, every day.
Diversity.
Located in the most diverse borough (Queens) in its most diverse neighborhoods (Elmhurst/Jackson Heights/Corona), Forte Prep seeks to reflect and honor the diversity of our community.
Intentional school culture.
This means fostering consistency in academic and behavioral expectations; collaborating with staff to support students’ academic and socio‑emotional development; ensuring that everything we do that supports a student’s success beyond high school is built and maintained, grade by grade, year by year; and supporting staff to ensure the smooth administration and effectiveness of all enrichment programs.
Parents/families.
We will communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children’s performance, and correspond about school policies, trips, and events; and respond to family concerns promptly and effectively.
What We Need Forte Preparatory Middle School seeks a Special Education Teacher for the
2024‑2025 school year.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute high‑quality classroom lessons for math.
Support the emotional and behavioral development of all students.
Work collaboratively with other general education teachers and engage in co‑planning.
Qualifications
Teaching experience in urban communities preferred.
NY certification to teach math preferred.
Demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state or local averages.
Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs and low skill level in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting.
Ability to communicate effectively with parents and community members.
Bachelor’s degree in education or mathematics.
Highly qualified as defined by No Child Left Behind.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $60,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience. Forte Prep Academy Middle School employees are provided a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 403(b) matching, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a smartphone, and a laptop.
Supplemental Pay Types
Bonus pay
Signing bonus
Benefits
403(b) and 403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule Monday to Friday.
COVID‑19 Considerations Vaccines required; masks optional (if vaccinated).
Location Elmhurst, NY 11373. Ability to reliably commute or relocate before starting work is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Forte Preparatory Academy Charter Schools are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil‑union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
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Middle School Teacher - all subjects
role at
Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School .
Who We Are Forte Prep is a 5th through 8th grade college preparatory, tuition‑free public charter school serving the Jackson Heights, East Elmhurst and Corona communities in Queens, NY. We educate 360 students in the school year. Our mission is: Through rigorous academics, quality instruction, and a positive culture of individual and collective responsibility, Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School equips all students in grades 5 through 8 to excel in college preparatory high schools and use their leadership and voice to change the world.
Our students have outperformed Community School District 24, 30, Queens County, New York City and New York State on ELA and Math state exams in each of our first two years. We doubled proficiency rates in reading and nearly tripled them in math, and look forward to continuing to build from there. We are on our way to becoming a school that is well‑known and well‑respected in Queens.
Commitments
Preparation for high school, college, and beyond.
Literacy and math are at the heart of a world‑class education, open doors to college and lives of opportunity, and underpin everything that we do.
Unlocking potential in every student.
We focus on creative and digital enrichment, remediation, and individualized instruction based on data.
Excellent teaching and learning.
High‑quality teachers are critical to creating and sustaining a culture of excellence and building academic success for every student, in every class, every day.
Diversity.
Located in the most diverse borough (Queens) in its most diverse neighborhoods (Elmhurst/Jackson Heights/Corona), Forte Prep seeks to reflect and honor the diversity of our community.
Intentional school culture.
This means fostering consistency in academic and behavioral expectations; collaborating with staff to support students’ academic and socio‑emotional development; ensuring that everything we do that supports a student’s success beyond high school is built and maintained, grade by grade, year by year; and supporting staff to ensure the smooth administration and effectiveness of all enrichment programs.
Parents/families.
We will communicate regularly with families, ensuring they are kept involved with and held accountable for their children’s performance, and correspond about school policies, trips, and events; and respond to family concerns promptly and effectively.
What We Need Forte Preparatory Middle School seeks a Special Education Teacher for the
2024‑2025 school year.
Responsibilities
Plan and execute high‑quality classroom lessons for math.
Support the emotional and behavioral development of all students.
Work collaboratively with other general education teachers and engage in co‑planning.
Qualifications
Teaching experience in urban communities preferred.
NY certification to teach math preferred.
Demonstrated quantifiable and objective student performance gains that surpass state or local averages.
Ability to work with a variety of learning abilities, including those with special needs and low skill level in a heterogeneously grouped classroom setting.
Ability to communicate effectively with parents and community members.
Bachelor’s degree in education or mathematics.
Highly qualified as defined by No Child Left Behind.
Compensation The salary range for this position is $60,000–$90,000, commensurate with experience. Forte Prep Academy Middle School employees are provided a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 403(b) matching, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a smartphone, and a laptop.
Supplemental Pay Types
Bonus pay
Signing bonus
Benefits
403(b) and 403(b) matching
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Health savings account
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
Schedule Monday to Friday.
COVID‑19 Considerations Vaccines required; masks optional (if vaccinated).
Location Elmhurst, NY 11373. Ability to reliably commute or relocate before starting work is required.
Equal Opportunity Employer Forte Preparatory Academy Charter Schools are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil‑union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information, or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
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