Why WHIN?

WHIN Music Community Charter School is the first school of its kind! Built on the principles of El Sistema, WHIN is a place where children learn, grow, and make music together. At WHIN, we are building a nucleo, a community where staff, families, and students work together to make a powerful shift in public education that puts learners needs first.

Our Mission

To provide our diverse student population with rigorous academic instruction, intensive music education and a positive learning environment so that every student can thrive academically and personally.

We believe

that all children deserve a high quality education, with access to academic rigor, music creation, and a holistic approach to developing character.
that a collaboration with families ensures the greatest success for our learners.
that restorative justice, inquiry-based hands on learning, and authentic learning experiences provide the most effective environments for growth, success, and joy.

We are looking for staff who are

looking to grow and prosper in a collaborative work environment
excited about working in a school and neighborhood where diversity is central
interested in learning about being an educator

In action, our mission looks like caring deeply about all aspects of our young learners potential. We make academics a priority while also ensuring students character and personal growth. With music at its core, students experience working together to create something bigger than their individual skills every single day, and this approach extends to our classrooms where project-based, hands-on learning cultivates curious, creative, and hardworking learners.

WHIN is currently seeking a teacher who is ready to help grow a unique school community where compassion, kindness, and curiosity drive each and every day.

Specifically, the teacher is responsible for

Creating and maintaining a fun, engaging, and inclusive classroom culture where all students love to learn for elementary grades
Differentiating instruction to meet learners needs
Preparing students to be college and career ready as measured by benchmark assessments
Developing, modifying, and implementing curriculum and assessments for students with diverse learning needs
Driving academic outcomes for all students by analyzing data, differentiating instruction, and supporting each learners unique needs
Contributing to the Child Study Team assessments of student needs
Collaborating with colleagues to implement an effective curriculum
Inspiring students and fellow staff to perform at his or her highest potential
Developing and maintaining strong and professional relationships with WHIN families
Uphold all school policies within the classroom
Attend designated school functions outside of school hours
Attend and participate in all school/parent meetings
Contribute to the planning and execution of all school-wide events
Receive and implement feedback from school leaders and other staff
Participate with enthusiasm in all school wide professional development

Qualifications for the teacher are

Urban elementary teaching experience
NYS or equivalent Education Teaching Certification with coursework in elementary education
Demonstrated success raising achievement levels of all students
An unwavering belief that all students can achieve at a high level
Proven commitment and success working with students and families
The ability to thrive in a startup environment
The ability to excel in a fast-paced, dynamic, and exciting school
A sense of humor and kindness towards your colleagues

Advanced proficiency in one or more of the following areas is strongly preferred

Bilingual (Spanish)
Music performance
Teaching experience and/or certifications
Project Based Learning and Inquiry Based Learning
Responsive Classroom, Love & Logic Student Management, and Restorative Justice models

Compensation and Benefits: Compensation and Benefits: $67,000- $103,000 based on experience: WHIN Music Community Charter School offers a competitive salary and benefits, fun and professional working environment, as well as ongoing development opportunities.

EEO Policy: WHIN Music Community Charter School is an equal rights and opportunity agency and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, marital status, or any other legally protected classification in its activities, educational programs, or employment practices as required by Title VI, IX, and Section 504.

Elementary Lead Teacher, WHIN Music Community Charter School

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