Mathematics Teacher - NYS Certification Grades 7-12 (2026-2027 School Year) in Yonkers, New York at Charter School of Educational Excellence

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: 10-Month position; Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (High School) or 8:00 am - 3:00 pm (Middle School)

Job Overview: The Charter School of Educational Excellence seeks a passionate, innovative educator to inspire students to reach their maximum potential. This role involves fostering a love for learning, building relationships, and creating an engaging space where the students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. The ideal candidate will be committed to childhood education and will develop highly engaging lessons.

Salary is based on education, teaching experience, and certification. Annual Salary range: $58,410 -80,520. Health insurance, participating school in the New York State Teacher Retirement System (NYSTRS), paid leave, professional development, and assigned parking space.

Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum in consultation with the Principal and Directors

Plan, implement, and execute engaging and rigorous daily standards-based lessons to ensure that all students master the required content

Create comprehensive unit assessments aligned to standards and pacing plans

Identify students who are academically at risk and initiate effective intervention strategies

Keeping abreast of developments and research in the field, and using this to ensure lessons are relevant

Teach students with Individual Education Plans (IEPs) in an inclusion setting and implement IEPs as necessary

Document all syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods

Use consistent school-wide practices and a variety of individualized methods to engage students in the classroom

Document all lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods

Use technology tools for instruction, planning, and communication, and ensure student engagement

Measure student achievement and progress towards learning objectives using the school's formative and summative assessment tools

Evaluate academic achievement through detailed data analysis of student performance on a wide variety of metrics

Provide ongoing and timely feedback to students on their progress towards meeting expectations and achieving goals

Use student data to reflect on the effectiveness of lessons and student achievement progress in order to improve instruction and personal practice

Submit assessment data and reports to the Principal in a timely manner

Create and manage a responsive learning environment that enables students to feel safe, to be creative, and to develop to their full potential

Implement and enforce the school's code of conduct

Organize and supervise approved field trips to enhance classroom learning.

Communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, colleagues, and administrators

Develop and use rubrics for evaluating student products and performances

Work closely with all members of the school community, model citizenship, collaboration, and support of one another

Other tasks as assigned by the Principal or her designee

Bachelor's degree required

Master's degree is preferred

Valid NYS Teacher Certification (7-12) is required

Bilingual Certified preferred or Spanish proficiency is preferred

Mastery of content knowledge in assigned area (s) of instruction

Mastery of assigned subject; knowledge of current practices

Minimum of one-two years of experience as a certified teacher

Able to improve curriculum and instruction through collaboration as part of a grade-level team

Passionately dedicated to the school's mission with a steadfast belief that all students will receive a rigorous academic foundation

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required to develop rubrics, examine data, and metrics that will enhance student knowledge and promote performance of superior work products

Proven ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with a diverse team of teachers and administrators

Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Proficiency in educational technology (e.g., interactive whiteboards, Google Classroom, i-Ready).

Excellent communication skills and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching

Passion for working with diverse student populations and supporting the school's mission and vision

Knowledge of childhood development and demonstrated experience with executing planned lessons to meet the differential needs of each student

Strong written, grammatical, presentation, and verbal communication skills

Experience working with at-risk student population in some capacity preferred

Educational experience after college (fellowships, summer study, or graduate course work to pursue greater depth in a subject area, specific instructional methodology, curriculum development, special education, technology, etc.) preferred

Proficiency in educational technology (e.g., interactive whiteboards, Google Classroom, i-Ready).

Strong classroom management and organizational skills

Excellent communication skills and a commitment to culturally responsive teaching

Work Environment: The teaching role requires standing and walking for extended periods. Teachers often supervise students beyond the classroom (in hallways and at school events) as part of their routine duties. They are expected to maintain a safe and orderly environment in all school settings and follow all school safety protocols and procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

After submitting your cover resume, CSEE will review your documents. Candidates with a track record of success will be invited to an interview. Candidates who are successful with the first interview will be invited to present a demo lesson in a classroom setting, observed by the school's leadership team.