Job Description
Are you ready to embark on an extraordinary journey, where your purpose is to empower and uplift others through education? We're seeking a passionate and dedicated individual to become a Teacher at Integration Charter Schools (ICS) and play a pivotal role in our vibrant learning community!
About Richmond Preparatory Charter School
Richmond Preparatory Charter School is a member of the Integration Charter Schools (ICS) network, a family of schools dedicated to creating innovative pathways to success for all learners. Located in Staten Island, Richmond Prep is a Computer Science-focused middle school serving grades 6–8, where rigorous academics, technology, and character development come together to prepare students for high school, college, and beyond.
At Richmond Prep, we believe every student can achieve at high levels when provided with strong relationships, engaging instruction, and unwavering support. We are actively building a culture rooted in excellence, belonging, and continuous growth—one where educators collaborate relentlessly, embrace feedback, and do whatever it takes to ensure student success. Guided by the ICS values of teamwork, courage, community, and integrity, we are developing the next generation of critical thinkers, problem-solvers, and innovators.
Overview
Richmond Preparatory Charter School is seeking an exceptional English Language Arts Teacher who is passionate about helping students become skilled readers, writers, thinkers, and communicators. We are looking for a dynamic, learner-centered educator with a growth mindset who believes all students can achieve at high levels and is excited to help build a high-performing school community. The ideal candidate creates engaging and rigorous learning experiences, fosters a positive classroom culture, collaborates closely with colleagues and families, and is committed to doing whatever it takes to help students succeed. If you are energized by the opportunity to make a lasting impact while helping shape a culture of excellence and achievement, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Instruction and Preparation
- Craft and deliver captivating lessons that engage and energize students across various subjects, enriching their educational journey
- Addressing the learning needs of all learners in your classroom
- Plan instruction that creates independent learning opportunities for students
- Present a passion for learning, growth mindset and a love for the subject matter you are teaching
- Deliver high quality content in the assigned content area integrating Social Emotional instructional practices
- Tailor teaching methods to meet the unique learning needs of every student, ensuring no one is left behind on their educational journey
- Lead by example, demonstrating your passion for learning and instilling it in our students, nurturing their growth and development
Relationship Building and Student Support
- Create a predictable, physically, emotionally and intellectually safe learning environment for all stakeholders (students, family members, teachers and staff).
- Make space for student voice and choice
- Use the principles of ICS to manage conflicts and redirect undesired behavior
- Manage student behaviors and use mistakes as learning opportunities
- Hold a high bar for effort, persistence and quality of work
- Celebrate progress and recognize student achievement
Community Engagement
- Create positive relationships by showing care and trust with families
- Provide weekly communication touch points for families when needed
- Provide families with the tools and tips that they can work on and support their students at home
- Embrace and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive classroom environment that reflects the dynamic nature of our community
Professional Responsibilities
- Commit to being reflective and responsive to feedback that will impact your practice
- Participate in school and network wide professional development opportunities
- including but not limited to, mentorship, coaching cycles, observation
- and feedback rounds
- Constantly reflect on your practice, content knowledge and pedagogical skill
- Maintain accurate records for grading, progress monitoring and communication.
- Collaborate with colleagues and invest in yourself as an adult learner
- Supporting the school as directed by the Principal, Assistant Principal and Dean
- Create and champion an inclusive environment where students are valued; fostering a sense of belonging within our vibrant educational community
- Lead by example, demonstrating your passion for learning and instilling it in our students, nurturing their growth and development
Additional Information
- Weekly Wednesday half- day schedule for embedded professional development and planning
- Small class sizes
- Tuition reimbursement
- Teaching certification pathway for those who qualify
- Opportunity to be an integral part of our community, making a genuine difference and shaping the futures of our students
- Students of ICS employees have access to after-care options
- Free parking on-campus
- Comprehensive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision and life insurance, a flexible spending account, paid time off, short- and long-term disability policy, commuter benefits, professional development opportunities and a 401(k)-retirement plan with an employer match of up to 3%
- Employees qualify for both NYS Teacher Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness
- Promotion of work-life balance to all staff members
- Stipend program that promotes becoming a dual certified teacher in New York State
- Teacher Residency Program
- Tuition-free Bachelor’s degree program through Monroe College
Qualifications & Competencies
- A Bachelor's degree in Education or Master’s degree in a relevant field
- Ability to become certified in the state of New York and pass the state licensure exam – if not already a certified teacher!
- Exhibit patience, empathy, and the ability to motivate students toward their full potential
- Possess exceptional communication skills, empowering you to convey complex ideas in relatable terms
- Collaborative attitude toward teaching and learning
- A “whatever it takes” attitude, one that is centered in the notion of “children first”
- Belief in every students’ limitless potential
- Embrace and celebrate diversity, creating an inclusive classroom environment that reflects the dynamic nature of our community
Salary/Hours
Monday-Friday
7:30AM-4:00PM
$72,000 to $110,000
*Salary is dependent on level of education and years of teaching experience
ICS is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Pay: $72,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
