Elementary School Lead Teacher - Prospect Schools

About Us:

Prospect Schools is a high performing, intentionally diverse, K-12 college preparatory charter network with seven schools in Brooklyn. We have set a vision to become, by 2025, the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where students and educators can work, learn, and thrive. We hope you’ll join us on this journey.

Our experienced team of leaders and educators works hard every day to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning. We are committed to offering a rigorous educational experience to all of our students regardless of background, familial income, or geography, because we believe all children have the right to a high quality education. The strong relationships across our communities allows us to push our mission forward each day for more than 2,100 students.

Our Core Values are:

• Curiosity: Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically

• Care: Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion in our work

• Persistence: Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity and tenacity

• Passion: Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm and self assurance

• Teach elementary sections in specific content areas, operating with the belief that all students can and want to learn
  
• Plan individual student and class objectives using assessment data, student work, and other relevant resources
  
• Collaborate with our school Principal, Department Head, and subject teachers to continuously improve and iterate on curricula
  
• Prioritize each Prospect student’s academic and social-emotional development
  

• An active community builder who believes in collaborating across teams and functions in order to achieve results
  
• A deep belief in our mission and vision with a strong enthusiasm for integrating public education
  
• Embodiment of our core values to lead students with curiosity, care, persistence, and passion
  
• Bachelor’s degree required; master’s degree in education strongly preferred
  
• NYS teaching certification preferred
  

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
  
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
  
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
  
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
  
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues, from family care to mental health services
  
• PTO buy back policy
   

Equal Opportunity Employer

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind, including based on race, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

Prospect Schools will not sponsor international candidates.