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About the Role

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools providing nearly 1,700 students in Brooklyn with an outstanding education. Our goal is to provide students with curriculum and instruction that is both standards-aligned and culturally responsive. Our approach is designed to provide the conditions that nurture students as critical thinkers and natural problem-solvers. We are committed to engaging in work that disrupts and roots out systems and structures that perpetuate white supremacy. We intentionally seek to build and maintain a diverse and talented team that reflects the backgrounds and experiences of our students and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.

Responsibilities

Deliver lessons using a range of culturally-responsive pedagogical strategies to support all students in reaching high-levels of academic and social-emotional growth and achievement
Intellectually prepare and internalize our shared curriculum and create thoughtful and engaging unit and lesson plans
Administer and grade assessments and then analyze and act on data
Keep accurate and organized records of student information
Use Responsive Classroom approach to cultivate a positive classroom culture including, but not limited to, morning meeting, teacher language, interactive modeling, and other related practices
Foster an environment built on restorative practices by ensuring that students are building relationships with one another and repairing harm to the community
Collaborate with colleagues across content areas and grade levels
Attend and actively participate in all meetings including PLCs, grade level meetings, and PD sessions
Conduct parent-teacher conferences as needed, as well as on-going parent communication
Ensure the safety of students at all times
Assist with non-instructional supervision of students, such as arrival/dismissal, hallway monitoring, substitute teaching, lunch and playground duty, or supervision of extracurricular activities
Attend field trips throughout the year
Actively engage in identity work and necessary conversations in order to dismantle white supremacy culture

Requirements

Experience teaching grades K-5
Classroom teaching experience required; 2 years preferred
Bachelor’s degree required
Ability to stand for at least 5 hours a day
Ability to take multiple trips up and down the stairs in a day
Ability to move quickly in an emergency

Skills

Prioritize student engagement, critical thinking, and authentic relationship-building in the classroom
Demonstrated reflective practitioner
Dedicated to working in communities that have historically been underserved and under-resourced
Committed to thoughtfully engaging in identity work necessary to take a culturally responsive approach to pedagogy and relationship-building with students and colleagues
Exceptional dedication and intentionality to achieve results and make growth in your own practice and in related student outcomes
Ability to cultivate a positive classroom culture through building relationships with students and using classroom management strategies to promote safety and inclusion of all students
Classroom presence: clear and precise when sharing new content with students and can effectively lead students through inquiry-based class discussions
Elementary science content and pedagogical knowledge
Detail-oriented and highly organized
Adaptable to teach across multiple grades simultaneously

Location

Brooklyn, New York

Work Type

In-Person Work Required
Exempt position
45-hour work week

Experience Level

2 years preferred

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree required
New York State Teaching Certification, preferred
Master’s Degree in Education, preferred

Salary/Compensations

Teachers with a bachelor's degree and between 0 – 10 years of experience can expect to receive an annualized base salary of $62,710 - $84,000 for the 2026-2027 school year.
Teachers with a master's degree and between 0 – 10 years of experience can expect to receive an annualized base salary of $67,486 - $93,636 for the 2026-2027 school year.

Benefits

Competitive and comprehensive benefits plan, covering up to 95% of the cost for employees and their families
Dental and vision plans
Employer paid disability and life insurance
Parental leave benefits
Flexible spending account options
Generous vacation time and paid holidays
Professional development
Continuing education scholarships
Referral bonuses
Employee assistance program (EAP)
Childcare assistance
403(b) retirement plan with employer matching
Weekly professional development
Year-round retreats and trainings
Ongoing coaching by professionals
Scholarship funds towards qualifying towards role relevant New York State certification costs, higher education tuition, and professional development
Flexible work environment with the ability to choose your work location during non-student hours 1-3 days a week when possible

About the Company

Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools providing nearly 1,700 students in Brooklyn with the outstanding education they deserve.
Our goal is to provide students with curriculum and instruction that is both standards-aligned and culturally responsive.
Our approach is designed to provide the conditions that nurture students as critical thinkers and natural problem-solvers.
As an organization we are committed to engaging in work that disrupts and roots out systems and structures that perpetuate white supremacy.
We intentionally seek to build and maintain a diverse and talented team that reflects the backgrounds and experiences of our students and creates an inclusive environment for all employees.
We believe that all children can learn when immersed in a rich environment full of high expectations, rigorous academics, and caring, committed adults.
We believe equity and excellence are not mutually exclusive—we can meet the needs of all students in our schools, while actively engaging parents and driving toward excellent academic results.
We believe it is both our privilege and responsibility to help close the opportunity gap in the Brooklyn community.
Explore Schools offers our staff a competitive salary and generous benefits package.
Our salary scale for this role has been established using an equity lens and is based on relevant years of experience, education, and NYS certification.
We believe teachers get better and are able to deepen their impact over time.
Our scale for this role is designed to honor this, and we do not cap years of experience for an incoming teacher.
Increases are offered each year based on your tenure.
We also offer a variety of additional compensation opportunities including stipends for additional time worked and leadership opportunities, additional pay for specialized certifications, and more.
Flexible and reflective leadership: dedicated to staff development, team cohesion, and shared responsibility for decision-making, development, and team-wide priorities
Driven and passionate colleagues who contribute to a professional and collaborative work environment
Opportunities to sit on various committees and participate in initiatives central to key organizational decisions and strategic planning
Our school-based staff also receive:
Explore Schools is a network of 6 charter schools located in Canarsie, Crown Heights, and Flatbush communities of Brooklyn, NY.
Our schools are currently operating fully in-person.

Equal Opportunity

Explore Schools is an equal opportunity employer.
It is important to us that all staff members have a place of employment that is free of discrimination of all kinds and where staff can bring their authentic selves to work.
We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran, or military status.
If any employee or applicant believes they have been discriminated against, they should let Tiffany Williams know immediately.