Middle/High School Math Teacher (Sy 23-24)

University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men is currently seeking candidates for a Middle/High School Math Teacher position for the 2023-2024 school year.
Company Description:
The mission of the University Preparatory Charter School for Young Men is to establish a culture that celebrates diversity and where all boys thrive academically and holistically. University Prep develops this culture through small classes, student empowerment, personalized attention from teachers and school staff, and a consistent focus on successful instructional outcomes. University Prep provides opportunities and experiences that balance the academic, social, physical, and creative development of young men. Consistent emphasis is placed on preparation for life after high school, a 100% graduation rate, and all students being college or workplace ready.
Teacher Support: University Prep has a strong operational team with student managers at each grade level who support student achievement through a disciplinary model that includes students' families. Administration provides all necessary instructional materials and support in a coaching model designed to build teacher confidence and competence. In-house professional development fosters teacher professional growth and is focused on increasing student achievement. Our graduating classes have exceeded a rate of 94% and all of our seniors have been accepted at 2 or 4 year colleges or training programs.
Job Responsibilities:

• To help students learn subject matter and/or skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible men and women
• Plans an instruction program that, as much as possible, meets the individual needs, interests and abilities of students
• You'll use a Math curriculum to teach content
• You'll support students as they solve problems and think critically.
• You'll use your love of mathematics to foster confidence and meaningful engagement with the subject for students.
• You'll cultivate the ability to construct and justify viable arguments using reasoning, math vocabulary, tools, and postulates.
• You'll use your passion for mathematics to build a community of self-guided learners where students feel safe, confident, and engaged.
• You'll work with the Math department to determine academic and engagement goals for students.
• Creates an environment that is conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity and interest of students
• Guides the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals and-in harmony with the goals-establishes clear objectives for all lessons, units, projects and the like to communicate these objectives to students
• Employs instructional methods and materials that are most appropriate for meeting stated objectives
• Evaluates the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provides progress reports as required
• Diagnoses the learning abilities and disabilities of students on a regular basis, seeking the assistance of
• Counsels with colleagues, students and parents on a regular basis and works cooperatively with staff, superiors and community
• Assists the administration in implementing all policies and/or rules governing student life and conduct and develops reasonable rules of behavior and procedure and maintains order in a fair and just manner
• Strives to maintain and improve professional competence
• Attends meetings and serves on staff committees as appropriate
• Follows State Education Department's regulations
• Any additional assigned duties

Qualifications:

• A commitment to the mission of Uprep and investment in our vision for being an anti-racist organization
• A demonstrated commitment to supporting students' social emotional and academic development
• An enthusiasm for working with families in the best interest of students
• A self-directed learner who solicits and implements feedback to improve outcomes and achieve objectives
• Required Experience:
  • A demonstrated interest in impacting 6-12 students in urban schools and communities (1-2 years experience preferred).
  • Academic expertise in Math
  • Prior to the start of employment, you must have a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Certification is not required to be hired at Uprep, but you do need to meet NY state certification eligibility requirements. Must also be willing to become certified.

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life Insurance
• New York State Teacher Retirement System
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Job Type:
Full-time: Math Teacher
SALARY/SALARY RANGE:
The current salary range is $47,500 -$53,000; negotiable based on level of education, experience and work history.