AT REACH ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL WE OFFER SOME GREAT BENEFITS AND PERKS!

Our school days runs for 6:50AM - 2:30PM (one day a week until 4:30 for planning)
REACH is a family like atmosphere - we like to celebrate events together and often surprise our staff with lunches or tokens of our appreciation.
We have a very competitive salary scale that pays higher than most local districts. Our starting salary for a 1st year teacher with no prior experience is between $45,000 and $47,000 and it goes up from there aligned with years of prior experience.
REACH pays 80% of health, dental and vision coverage. The Employee pays 20%
REACH offers and pays 100% of Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Coverage
REACH participates in the NYS Teachers Retirement System
REACH offer Paid Family Leave Benefits
REACH pays for all student and teacher supplies throughout the school year
REACH offers 403B Plans

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS FOR OPEN POSITIONS AT REACH

• Executes the mission of REACH Academy Charter School including high academic achievement, the application of critical thinking skills and ethical standards to learning, and living and problem solving through individual teaching and learning practices;
• Believes that every child can and will achieve high academic standards and provide consistent support to students no matter how challenging the individual situation may be;
• Fluent in reading, writing and speaking in English and Spanish;
• Excellent verbal and written skills, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills;
• Ability to work well with students and colleagues; willingness to be an active, enthusiastic member of REACH community;
• Commitment to equity and inclusion;
• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs;
• Ability to be flexible, open and willing to implement new ideas in the classroom;
• Ability to organize and prioritize responsibilities, projects and task;
• Commitment to work and contribute to a team;
• Seek resources and solutions to effectively solve problems;
• Excellent attendance and punctuality;
• A clear understanding of and appreciation for the goals and criteria of REACH Academy Charter School;
• Have a passion for Urban Education;
• Have knowledge of New York State Language Standards;
• Adhere to a high level of professional and ethical standards;

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

It is preferred that teachers hold a NYS professional teaching certificate in their subject area or be eligible for reciprocity but not required to include (1) Minimum Bachelor’s degree in subject area to be taught, Master’s Degree preferred; (2) Proven track-record of high achievement in the classroom and commitment to accountability preferred ; (3) Belief in and alignment with REACH Academy Charter School core beliefs and educational philosophy; (4) Valid New York State Certification, except in cases where the Head of School shall make an exception under the terms of this Policy, in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.

• Plan and teach the Spanish curriculum to classes in a developmentally appropriate manner, with an emphasis on differentiating instruction and using assessments effectively;
• Create an inclusive classroom environment through supportive exchanges with students and clear expectations for community behavior;
• Use a broad range of instructional modalities to teach the Spanish language;
• Use a broad range of technology tools to bring to life Spanish instruction;
• Prepare lesson plans that engage, stimulate and instruct scholars;
• Provide conversational classes where pronunciation, vocabulary and important words and phrases are taught;
• Schedule and prepare scholars for oral and written examinations;
• Monitor scholar’s progress by writing up reports and grading assessments;
• Teach scholars about Spanish Culture, which may include festivals, traditional food, dress and social conversations;
• Organize fun events where scholars can showcase their Spanish language skills;
• Conduct research on teaching methods, materials and language games that can be used in class;
• Regularly evaluate student performance, and monitor for achievement of state standards;
• Act as a role model by making your students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality;
• Regularly communicate with parents and legal guardians regarding child’s performance, track and record student progress and keep records up to date for progress reports and report card conferences;
• Provide a classroom management plan ensuring safety at all times;
• Execute daily lesson plans for all assigned blocks;
• Implement all REACH routines and procedures with fidelity;
• Submit lesson plans and unit plans in a timely manner;
• Actively participate in all professional development and coaching sessions as well as weekly team planning;
• Incorporate feedback from coaches in a timely manner;
• Consistently analyze scholar data and engage in self-reflection on practices;
• Articulate and model the school’s mission and core values.
• Support and follow school policies
• Be a positive and contributing member of the professional community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of School.