Description
Employment Opportunity at Newark Charter School
Newark Charter Junior High School is proud to celebrate our 20+ year legacy of Excellence in Academics and Decorum. We are excited to offer the opportunity for exceptional educators to join our team that is committed to and believes in Newark Charter School’s Mission and Vision.
Building: Junior High School
Posting Description: Jr. High ELA (grades 6-8)
Certifications: ELA 6-8 certification and Special Education K-12 certification.
Newark Charter School is looking for a candidate to teach Middle School Special Education English Language Arts. The candidate will be responsible for developing Instructional goals that are aligned to Delaware State Standards and the mission of Newark Charter School of Excellence in Academics and Decorum. Collaborate with all stakeholders to design & implement rigorous lesson plans. Create and select student assessments that demonstrate student learning of instructional goals and mastery of content. Creating and sustaining a positive, supportive, and collaborative learning environment that maximizes learning encourages respect for all students. The successful candidates will have a deep knowledge of content and pedagogy. Candidates will oversee special education students, develop, and revise individual plans, and support students with specific educational needs. Candidates must be committed to building strong relationships with students and families and demonstrate expertise in working with students with disabilities.
Reports to: Building Principal
Terms of Employment: 10-month Position
Salary: Commensurate with degree level and experience
Minimum Qualifications: Meets certification requirements of the State of Delaware for Middle-Level English/ELA or Secondary English. Special Education Certification preferred.
Professional Expectations:
- Execute the mission and vision of Newark Charter School through expectations, beliefs, instructional delivery, curricular fidelity, engagement in the school community and through parental engagement.
- Act ethically and professionally, as well as, promote a culture of excellence with high expectations for all students and community members.
- Dedicate actions to the belief that all students can learn when they are challenged, supported, respected and motivated.
- Employ a variety of evidenced-based instructional strategies that are culturally responsive.
- Commit to a collaborative professional community focused to ensure delivery of the NCS academic program and use of high quality instructional materials resulting in high levels of academic achievement.
- Deliver an instructional program that is multifaceted to accommodate different learning styles, different levels of social and intellectual maturity, and different degrees of academic interest and achievement.
- Engage in professional learning and be committed to continual growth and improvement as an educator.
- Prioritize parental engagement in the instructional program and as partners to ensure the academic success of all students.
- Maintain accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulation.
- Promote high expectations for behavior standards and enforce the Code of Conduct.
- Contribute to the school community outside of the instructional program.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Standard Requirements: Favorable Criminal Background Check and Child Abuse Registry Check for the candidate who is offered employment
Application Procedure: Interested candidates must apply via JoinDESchools. Cover letter and resume are required. Letters of recommendation/references upon request. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis as received until the position is filled.
Newark Charter School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, gender, gender identity, homeless or foster care status, disability, genetic information, marital or family status, military status, status as a veteran, or age in its programs or activities. Persons having civil rights inquiries may contact the Head of School.