2026-2027 Middle School Social Studies Teacher

Middle School Social Studies Teacher (Jamaica)Mission Statement: The Growing Up Green Charter School (GUGCS) supports children to be conscious, contributing members of their community through a rigorous, anti-racist, anti-bias, curriculum and an engaging green culture. Graduates of GUGCS will be prepared to attend high-performing schools where their interdisciplinary academic foundation, knowledge of sustainability, and strong sense of self sets them apart as leaders and social justice advocates of the future.School Culture: GUGCS teaches students our school culture through our core values: Social Justice, Collaboration, Courage, and Kindness. Students are taught the core values through assemblies, class meetings, and various lessons.ResponsibilitiesImplement GUGCS curricular programsCollaborate with grade team to integrate curriculum across subject areasUse the Responsive Classroom/Developmental Designs model for community-building and behavior management strategiesDifferentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learnersAdhere to subject specific grade-wide pacing calendarsMaintain organized records of anecdotal notes and assessmentsAdminister formal interim assessments and informal ongoing assessments, conferencing, end-of-unit rubrics, student portfolios, etc.Use data collected on assessments to modify unit plans, inform groupings, and to support student referralsParticipate in grade team and curricular planning meetingsCreate and maintain an engaging and organized physical classroom environment, making learning accessible to all studentsEstablish and maintain ongoing positive relationships with familiesActively participate in school community through weekly staff meetings, PD opportunities, staff committees, school events, etc.Work with instructional coach on specific goals throughout the yearRespond productively to ongoing, year-round professional feedbackWork closely with Special Education department (learning specialists, interventionists, service providers) to best support student learningUse weekly lesson plans to help drive instruction in a clear mannerCreate units of study using Understanding by Design (UBD) practicesLead a daily advisory groupDemonstrate commitment to working with diverse populations of families and students, including those at-riskMinimum QualificationsStrong commitment to Growing Up Green Charter School's mission and green themeDemonstrated ability to work collaboratively with a team of teachersKnowledge of Responsive Classroom and/or Developmental DesignsExperience in environmental education a plusExperience with technology integrationExcellent organizational skillsStarting salary is $62,902 (salary scale commensurate with years of teaching experience)EducationMaster's Degree requiredAt least two years classroom teaching experience in the middle school gradesRequired Certificates & LicensesTeaching certificateNYC DOE/Fingerprinting & Background Clearance