This posting is on behalf of the employer Icahn Charter School 4
Icahn Charter School 4 We’re Hiring for the 2026 – 2027 School Year
The mission of Icahn Charter Schools is to cultivate a climate of collaborative excellence among students, staff, families, and the community. Our Four Pillars of Transformative Education guide Icahn educators as they adopt a holistic approach to teaching and learning that addresses the academic, social, and emotional needs of our students. The student-centered learning experience is defined through individualized learning environments that empower Icahn students to take ownership of their education. Our Core Knowledge Curriculum and instructional practices promote learning through innovation and creativity to meet the needs of our diverse learners. Through strategic partnerships among all stakeholders, Icahn students graduate equipped with the skills, knowledge, and personal confidence to participate successfully in the most rigorous academic environments and demonstrate a sense of personal responsibility as global citizens.
Teacher
Regular Full-Time
1500 Pelham Parkway South Bronx, NY, 10461
Salary Range: $71,027.00 To $81,956.00 Annually
Overview:
An Icahn Charter School teacher is dedicated to student achievement and holds an unwavering belief that all students are capable and will experience high levels of success. Our teachers are supported in becoming experts in their craft through intentional professional learning experiences, coaching and hands-on learning and observation. Teachers use thoughtful planning practices and flexibility in the classroom to personalize the learning experiences for their students and are invested in the progress of each individual student. We seek a highly qualified educator who is committed to continual learning in order to elevate their own planning, instructional and pedagogical practice in service of students. We seek teachers who work collaboratively with colleagues and with building and administration level staff who would benefit from strong, relationship-centered school environments. Icahn teachers bring with them a reflective approach to teaching that supports their awareness of and deep respect for diversity in culture, experience, language, and lifestyle.
Core Responsibilities:
Ability to create an active learning environment through which students are engaged, safe and challenged to take academic risks
Design and facilitation of lesson and long term objectives that are rigorous, clear, measurable and standards-aligned
Maintain and communicate high academic and personal standards for all students
Recognize and flexibly implement innovative pedagogical strategies in order to ensure all students are engaged in meaningful and authentic tasks designed to develop their understanding
Plan for and implement differentiated methods of instruction, facilitation and access to resources to spark higher order thinking and high levels of reflection in students
Adapt curriculum as needed to provide individual, small group, and/or direct IEP-aligned instruction as to meet the needs of individual or sub-groups of students
Co-create and consistently reinforce standards for student behavior and support students in reflectively developing self-accountability strategies
Monitor student behavior with adherence to school and administration policies and code of ethics
Communicate consistently and effectively with colleagues, parents and families and administration staff
Develop and use a variety of assessments that frequently measure student progress and provide multiple opportunities for students to demonstrate progress toward grade level standards
Develop and ensure student understanding of assessment and evaluation criteria aligned to student work and assessments
Consistently provide actionable, timely and impactful developmental feedback to students
Thoughtfully gather and analyze data to inform instructional decisions and support developmental conversations with students, families, and the school community
Maintain accurate and consistent student records
Shared responsibility of grade level and school-wide activities
Actively engage in building and administration wide professional learning and coaching opportunities
Willingness to perform additional duties as necessary
Requirements & Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree
Master’s degree (preferred)
NYS Certification (preferred)
Candidates with dual certification (Students with Disabilities, Mathematics, Literacy, etc.) will be given priority
Teaching experience (preferred)
Knowledge and background related to The Next Generation Learning Standards (NGLS)
A belief in and commitment to high levels of student achievement
A belief in and commitment to continuous professional learning and development
Benefits:
Comprehensive benefits package
Per session opportunities available
10-month contracted position
Annual bonus