Elementary School Classroom Teacher

JOB DESCRIPTION TITLE

Classroom Teacher

DEPARTMENT

Instructional

REPORTS TO

Principal

DATE PREPARED/REVISED

April 1, 2025 PRIMARY

FUNCTIONS AND POSITION OVERVIEW

Global Community Charter School (GCCS) is a Harlem-based International Baccalaureate (IB) World School that is innovative, inquiry-based, culturally competent, and provides students with a comprehensive and rigorous curriculum that encourages critical and creative thinking. The Classroom Teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a classroom where whole group and small group instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work engage students, keep classes focused, and infuse a lasting desire to learn in all.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Coordinating knowledge of students, instructional content and curricular resources to design differentiated units and lesson plans aligned to the Common Core standards Differentiates instruction for students as integral aspect of planning and teaching and understands Workshop Model in design of instruction Evaluate academic achievement and progress towards learning objectives through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics; Utilize student data collected to drive instruction and intervention Be accountable for students' mastery of academic standards Engaging in coaching cycles and implementing research-based strategies that maximize their own performance and that of their students Reflecting on their own progress as educators and seeking out professional resources to continuously improve their practice Managing student behavior and classroom routines to maximize learning time and create a positive classroom environment Attending IEP meetings and ensuring appropriate accommodations are given to students during assessments Compile and organize documentation for IEP meetings Actively participating in professional development workshops as laid out in the school and professional development calendars Supervisor all class trips for the grade level, including school sponsored overnight trips Celebrating student achievement and progress in class and during school wide IB PYP assemblies Foster meaningful relationships with students and parents that drive students to invest in their learning and make academic gains Model, promote and embody the International Baccalaureate learner profile to create a cohesive school culture of academic and personal success Supporting the school as directed by the Principal and Assistant Principal

QUALIFICATIONS A

Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university a must. A M.A., Ed.

M or Master's degree in education preferred. New York State Certification for relevant grades or demonstrated process towards obtaining certification A minimum of 2 years of demonstrated success as a full-time elementary classroom teacher. Demonstrated success working in a high-performing, urban school setting preferred. Evidence of excellence in teaching through continuous learning and data analysis Be a team player - a desire to work in a team-oriented environment and collaborate effectively with colleagues Dedication to GCCS' mission NcQo56U2RG