POSITION-Art Teacher (read qualifications carefully before applying)
WHO WE ARE
Central Queens Academy (CQA) is an award-winning, high-performing, free, public charter school which opened in 2012. We operate an established middle school and newly opened, growing elementary school. Currently we serve approximately 400 middle school scholars in grades 5-8 and 400 elementary school scholars in grades K-3. We will continue to grow our elementary school and add one new grade each year until 2024 when we will be a full-scale K-8 school serving 900 total scholars. CQA was founded to serve the families in District 24, specifically those who live in and around the multiethnic, multicultural, and multilingual communities of Elmhurst, Corona and Woodside. Our scholars and their families hail from over 30 different nations and speak over 20 different languages at home. More than 80% of our scholars would be the first in their families to attend college.
OUR MISSION
The mission of Central Queens Academy Charter School is to prepare students for success in education, the workforce and the community through a school that integrates literacy, standards-based academics and culturally responsive supportive services.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Develop lesson plans which meet established school and Universal Design for Learning curriculum models.
- Adapt and reassess lesson plans to meet specific student needs, comply with newly implemented guidelines or rules, and to update relevant information and include new developments in education
- Manage the diverse ability levels of students.
- Assess and record student development, identify strengths and areas of improvement.
- Provide a safe, positive learning environment for students
- Follow school-wide practices for classroom management and individual education plans.
- Communicate with school leadership frequently and all other staff members who engage with students.
- Communicate with parents as per school guidelines on a regular basis, including presenting student progress reports and informing parents of requisite student discipline.
- Actively participates in professional development and school meetings on curriculum, organization, and guidelines.
- Exhibit a high level of organization, a knack for systems of data collection and analysis, and preparedness for instructional blocks.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- Master’s Degree or higher preferred
- NYS Certification in Art Education preferred
- At least two years of Lead teaching experience in a school setting required (does not include Teaching Assistant, Substitute teaching, Leave Replacement or Daycare/Pre-school teaching).
COMPENSATION
- Competitive salary, commensurate with experience ($65,000-$75,000)
- Retirement plan participation
- Comprehensive medical benefits and thoughtful maternity and paternity leave
Central Queens Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- How many years have you been a Lead Art teacher in a NYS school?
Education:
Work Location: In person