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Humanities Teacher
George Jackson Academy
Posted on Tue., August 13, 2024
Starting date: Immediately
Expiration date: Tue., September 30, 2025

Job type: Full Time
Estimated salary: $60,000
Education requirements: Relevant Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree preferred, 1-2 years of prior middle school teaching experience
Contact Information: humanresources@georgejacksonacademy.org

George Jackson Academy (GJA) is the only school of its kind in New York City: an independent, nonsectarian middle school for academically capable boys from low-income and low-wealth families. The school was created to engage boys from 6th to 8th grade, a time when young men are particularly vulnerable to disengaging from school. Currently, GJA serves more than 100 young men of color to succeed academically, socially, and emotionally. Position: We are currently seeking a full-time Humanities Teacher for the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal candidate connects easily with and appreciates middle school students and is eager to participate in all aspects of school life. The candidate should be a reflective educator-eager for continuous growth, open to support and feedback, and an excellent collaborator. Essential Job Functions ■ Planning and teaching a challenging course of study in a developmentally-appropriate manner, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively. ■ Have both a depth and breadth of knowledge regarding middle school humanities curriculum-including teaching reading, writing and research. ■ Serve as an advisor to a small group of students. ■ Provide academic support for students outside of class time as needed. ■ Exemplify understanding and application of the school''s mission ■ Participate in collaboration regularly as a part of a team. ■ Documenting attendance, grades and maintaining other pertinent records according to school policies. ■ Maintaining consistent relationships with families, including phone calls, emails and conferences.