High School French Teacher (2024 - 2025 School Year) Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School Brooklyn, New York What is the Role? If you are an expert in French language and culture with a dedication for cultivating language skills and world perspective among teenage scholars, read on! Coney Island Prep is seeking a High School French Teacher to offer courses in French at the NYS Checkpoint B level. You’ll make use of comprehensible input to inspire scholars to communicate in French honing skills in interpretive, interpersonal and presentational communication while discovering cultural practices, products, and perspectives.. We value individuals who promote inclusion and equity in and outside of the classroom by creating a safe learning environment where students feel seen and heard, and curiosity is welcomed. If this is something you enjoy, we encourage you to apply! What You’ll Be Asked To Do Create standards-aligned curriculum and content On a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and differentiate as needed Communicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staff Commit to a culture of consistently implementing school-wide systems, structures, and procedures Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible for all our stakeholders Analyze and action plan using instructional and cultural data to improve teaching practice and strengthen student outcomes Be proactive in creating a positive, structured, results-oriented, and fun learning environment that supports the needs of students with various abilities and experiences Participate in school community responsibilities such as lunch duty, dismissal and hallway duties, daily homeroom, bi-weekly advisory groups, weekly content team meetings, whole-staff professional development, lesson internalization and practice, and weekly grade team meetings What You’ll Need Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti-racism Steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice Bachelor's degree and NYS teaching certification required, Master’s degree strongly preferred; we offer $2,000 towards the completion of a Master’s degree and NY State certification within two years of employment Cultural competencies to work in low-income communities and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of difference Culturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skills Maintain professionalism through excellent organizational skills, timeliness, regular communication, and meeting deadlines Self-reflective and open to regular feedback An entrepreneurial spirit, embracing the opportunity for creativity and hard work inherent in a growing organization A positive, solution-oriented attitude and drive for excellence Eagerness to work collaboratively as part of a team A strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff, while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivity