PLATINUM TEACHERS AT SUMMIT ACADEMY MUST:

believe all scholars — regardless of academic or socio-economic background — will achieve at the highest levels

be willing to go above and beyond for the success of all scholars – both academic and behavioral

possess strong content area knowledge and classroom management skills

desire to teach in our extended day and year schedule

contribute to a relentless and dedicated team of outstanding professionals

have a passion for urban education and goes above and beyond the call of duty

ensure mastery through creative approaches and differentiated instruction

use knowledge of content area and multiple strands of data to create and implement a rigorous, standards-based curriculum

foster a safe, challenging, comfortable, and positive environment

be constantly reflective of oneself and others in a relentless pursuit of excellence

hold themselves and others accountable by giving and being receptive to feedback

collaborate with all stakeholders to ensure success of all scholars

RESPONSIBILITIES

Implement curricula and activities to meet academic standards;

Design and implement assessments that measure progress towards academic standards;

Use assessment data to refine curriculum and inform instructional practices;

Participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions;

Provide consistent rewards and/or consequences for scholar behavior;

Be accountable for scholars’ mastery of academic standards;

Communicate effectively with scholars, families, and colleagues; and

Participate in an annual three-week staff orientation and training.

QUALIFICATIONS

Drive to improve the minds and lives of scholars in and out of the classroom;

Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom;

Mastery of and enthusiasm for academic subjects;

Evidence of self-motivation and willingness to be a team player

Bachelor’s degree is required; Master’s degree is preferred; and

Minimum of two years teaching experience in an urban public school or charter school setting preferred, but not required.

Valid State Certification is helpful but not required.

Belief in and alignment with SACS core beliefs and educational philosophy is non-negotiable.

Company Description

Summit Academy Charter School (SACS) is a tuition free, college preparatory middle and high school for 6th - 12th grade scholars in Brooklyn, New York. We deliver the benefits of rigorous scholarship to one of Brooklyn's most underserved communities. SACS provides scholars in Brooklyn's Community School District #15 with a public education that addresses their academic needs and delivers on the aspirations they and their families hold for them. At Summit Academy our mission is simple mission: to prepare its scholars to go to college.