[2021-22] Middle School Teacher

The Opportunity

Harlem Village Academies is a community of educators working to build an urban K-12 school model based on the principles of progressive education. Located in Harlem, HVA is also the demonstration site for the Progressive Education Institute.

Join an incredible community of educators who are passionate about progressive pedagogy while embracing a sense of urgency, a strong work ethic, and accountability for student learning. We select individuals who share our vision and are willing to put in the hard work to achieve it.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach highly engaging and academically rigorous lessons aligned with HVA’s standards, curriculum, and progressive pedagogical philosophy
• Invest several hours per week in professional learning, including personalized instructional coaching, lesson study, co-planning, book study groups, and other learning work
• Build strong, lasting relationships with students, inspiring them to hold themselves to high standards of academics and character
• Establish and uphold classroom expectations that support students to develop increased agency, responsible autonomy, and ownership over learning
• Analyze assessment data and use it to inform your instruction
• Collaborate with colleagues to share best practices and ensure student mastery of standards
• Maintain close relationships with families, including through phone calls and conferences
• Contribute to the school community by attending school events and leading a club, reading group, athletic team, or other initiative

Qualifications

• Two years of teaching experience in grades 6-8 preferred 
• A commitment to developing progressive pedagogy is essential
• Strong track record of student achievement in your past teaching
• Ability to create a class environment in which students feel safe, supported and challenged to engage deeply in meaningful work
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
• Unshakeable conviction that all students can learn at a high level

Organizational Culture

Our team is passionately committed to the vision and values of Harlem Village Academies; have a positive mindset; a very strong work ethic; and an inner drive for excellence. The ideal candidate will thrive working within an entrepreneurial and results-driven environment.