About the Role
HLA2 is seeking a driven 2nd Grade Teacher to deliver engaging, standards-based instruction, utilize Responsive Classroom techniques, and monitor student progress while collaborating with colleagues to refine teaching practices. Hebrew language proficiency is not required, and candidates from underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Produce quality Common Core aligned lesson plans
- Analyze and regularly review student assessment data to drive curricular and pedagogical choices
- Maximize learning time through effective classroom management
- Provide an inviting, exciting, learning environment using varied instructional techniques that accommodate all learning styles and developmentally appropriate strategies
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Legally authorized to work in the USA
- Committed to all students with the belief that all students can learn and must be held to high academic standards
- Committed to professional growth through self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback and a continuous desire to improve
Skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Location
- New York
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- K-12 lead teaching experience in a classroom setting is a plus
- Experience in urban, public charter, or Title I schools is a plus
Education Level
- Masters degree is a plus
- Hold NY teacher certification or working towards certification is a plus
Salary/Compensations
- $66,000-$100,000
Benefits
- Medical: Employer covers 85% of premiums
- Dental: Employer covers 85% of premiums
- Vision: 100% covered by employer
- Retirement: 5% Employer Match of your annual salary dollar for dollar with no vesting period
- Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends
- Mental health resources and employee assistance programs
- Student Loan counseling and discounts on wellness programs & gym memberships
- 30+ holidays
- 10 PTO days (10 month staff)
- 20 PTO days (12 month staff)
- 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Eligible for up to 12 weeks of NY Paid Family Leave
- Coverage of fertility services and minimal out-of-pocket costs
- Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $10,000 in HRA funds
- Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance: AD&D benefit of one times salary through UNUM
- Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development
- University partnerships for certification
- Opportunities for global travel experiences
About the Company
- HLA2 is part of a small and growing network of schools operated by Hebrew Public: Charter Schools for Global Citizens.
- We are a secular organization that welcomes candidates of all backgrounds to join our supportive and inclusive community.
- Our network of public charter schools serves children from all backgrounds and helps them become global citizens who are great problem solvers, aware communicators, and lifelong learners who make a positive difference in the world around them.
- Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and world language learning.
- Hebrew Public has been making big moves to launch a comprehensive talent program that supports and rewards you in your work.
- At Hebrew Public, you will be part of a team of educators dedicated to improving student outcomes and helping students grow into empathetic, ethical, and curious global citizens.
- Through our SuRGE program (Supporting, Rewarding, and Growing Educators), we provide transparency and guaranteed salary increases, reward excellence with additional 5-10% increases and other forms of recognition, and offer clear career pathways with opportunities for growth.
Equal Opportunity
- We are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.
- If you need accommodations or assistance due to a disability, please reach out to us at jobs@hebrewpublic.org. This information will be treated as confidential and used only for the purpose of determining an appropriate accommodation for the interview process.
