Elementary School Teaching Fellow (Kindergarten - 4th Grade)

Join the team of teachers at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School, featured in the New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, and on 60 Minutes for its revolutionary teacher salaries and its outstanding results. TEP aims to achieve educational equity for students from traditionally underserved communities by utilizing world-class teachers, while re-imagining the teaching profession as a place in which teachers prioritize their own growth—as pedagogical experts, intellectual seekers, and community leaders.

Requirements

• Deeply aligned to TEP’s mission of providing a world-class education to historically under-resourced student communities
• Classroom experience: While teaching experience is not technically required, TEP fellows usually have at least 2 years of lead teaching experience in grade levels K-4 in a public charter school, traditional public school, or private school setting.
• The ability to tailor curriculum and teaching methods to each individual student’s needs and learning style
• Outstanding verbal ability and strong communication skills
• Certification requirements: Teachers do not need to possess a New York State Teacher Certification to be hired at TEP Charter School.

Benefits

• Annual salary that matches TEP’s high expectations
• Redefined Work-Year: 3 extended rest breaks and 3 professional development institutes focused on learning and collaboration
• Time Off: Approximately 10 weeks of vacation per year (all school vacations)
• Employee Wellness: We value your well-being through our Staff Food Program, Staff Retreats, and Wellness Programming
• Healthcare: World-class medical, dental, vision, Short-Term Disability (STD), Long-Term Disability (LTD), and Life Insurance policies
• Family Focus: Parental leave and dependent care account so you can care for your loved ones
• 403b Retirement Plan: We care about your ability to save for your future
• Learning & Development: A culture that provides and encourages professional growth and development, including professional development and tuition/continuous learning reimbursements