Job Abstract

Why Harlem Gems? At Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Gems – we prepare our youngest scholars to succeed in K-12 and beyond by building a strong academic foundation and starting them on the path to college and career. Our relentless commitment to providing our children with quality instruction, exceptional extracurricular activities, and resources for families is a testament to our dedication to keeping our promise of excellence. Our impact goes beyond just transforming education in our country. We've also unlocked a new realm of possibilities for communities alike.

Imagine the impact you can make as an educator, empowering and inspiring young minds to achieve their utmost potential. By joining the Harlem Gems community, you're not just joining an institution, you're joining a powerful movement that aims to carve a path towards a prosperous future for our students, staff, and organization. Let's work together to achieve extraordinary accomplishments and create a promising tomorrow.

We are currently seeking a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher for the 24’-25’ SY! The Pre-K Teacher will serve 3K or 4K. The Pre-K Teacher will bring a passion for the mission of HCZ Gems, to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in Harlem and beyond.

Schedule

• Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm or 10:00 am – 6:00 pm

What you will bring

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 2 years teaching experience required
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth-Grade 2) required
• Previous early childhood classroom experience, preferably in an urban setting
• Knowledge and understanding of the curriculum
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What we will bring

To achieve exceptional outcomes for our scholars, we hire the best and brightest educators and administrators and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry. We believe they earn it and deserve it. The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $90,000. Incoming teacher salaries are determined based on their number of years of experience as a lead teacher, level of education (bachelor’s, or master’s degree), and certification.

Our exceptional benefits include:

• Eligibility for up to $30K in student loan forgiveness after 12 months of employment
• $6,000 sign-on bonus; $3,000 after 6 months and the remaining $3,000 after 9 months
• $5,000 referral bonus for successfully referring a Lead Teacher
• Additional compensation for extended learning opportunities
• No-cost health insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short-and long-term disability
• Legal Insurance
• Wellness discounts
• Commuter benefits
• Financial wellness perks
• Career Advancement
• Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
• Referral bonuses for successfully referring other staff (amounts vary)

In addition, we provide our educators with the resources they need to be successful. You will receive a personal laptop, smartboards, and tablets; bi-weekly professional development; and the support of a team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers who are committed to ensuring the success of all our scholars.

What you will do

• Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, storytelling, and field trips
• Observe and evaluate children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and needs, determine their priorities for their children, and suggest ways that they can promote learning and development
• Provide structure in the classroom by developing and clearly enforcing rules and expectations for class discussion and activities
• Follow the program's policies and procedures for student conduct and discipline
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Participate effectively and collegiality in department meetings and parent meetings
• Provide a nurturing environment and model positive behavior for students

Interview Process

• Step 1: Apply
• Step 2: Phone or zoom screen with a recruiter
• Step 3: In-person demo and/or interview
• Step 4: Final interview with the Superintendent
• Results

Please note, we do not offer sponsorship for employment visa status for this position.

We strongly encourage only applicants who meet the qualifications to apply. Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. No telephone inquiries or recruiters, please.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an EOE.

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