[26-27] Director of K - 2 Instruction

Who We Are

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse K-12 college preparatory charter network serving nearly 3,000 students across seven schools in Brooklyn. We are a growing organization and expanding our network across Brooklyn from 6 to 9 schools in the coming academic year. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while preparing them to be global citizens. Our network is dedicated to the mission of preparing a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, guided by our core values:

• Curiosity : Develop sound judgment and intellect by asking questions confidently and thinking critically
• Care : Support others by grounding every action in empathy while championing equity and inclusion
• Persistence : Grow and learn by solving problems with determination, creativity, and tenacity
• Passion : Succeed by approaching challenges with excitement, enthusiasm, and self-assurance

The Opportunity

Prospect Schools is seeking an organized, flexible, and mission-driven school-based Director of K-2 Instruction to join us in support of our growing network of schools. The ideal candidate is fully dedicated to the mission of Prospect Schools and to supporting the success of our students and families. This person will report directly to the Principal and manage the quality of K-2 student culture and instruction at our Sunset Yards Campus.

Your leadership will ensure that our curriculum is engaging, equitable, and effective in preparing students for the challenges and opportunities of the 21st century.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

School Leadership

• Serve as an active member of the school leadership team by participating in weekly School Management Team meetings and assist the Principal in making critical decisions
• Track priority academic and culture data (e.g. course passing rates, racial achievement gaps, etc.); communicate progress to students, teachers and parents
• Cultivate a sense of shared ownership for upholding values of an inclusive community through active modeling of school-wide culture practices
• Work closely with teachers and school culture team members to support efforts in character development, academic habits, and positive school culture
• Lead and support professional development for teachers and school leaders
• Provide consistent feedback to staff and students re: performance goals and upholding community expectations

Academics and Instruction

• Design, implement, and continuously improve our curriculum, ensuring alignment with state standards and our network's mission
• Coach, develop, and evaluate teachers across a content area
• Manage the curricular programming within your subject areas; ensure vertical alignment and continuously evaluate and revise against grade-level standards
• Demonstrate expertise in summative and formative assessments within your content areas and support teachers in identifying priority standards
• Analyze school-wide data in order to design responsive and effective student interventions
• Observe lessons regularly and deliver targeted feedback to teachers; where necessary, design and implement comprehensive coaching plans to support high-needs classrooms
• Assist teachers to devise and monitor high-impact support plans for students
• Model outstanding instruction for teachers
• Coordinate and manage creative, inspiring professional development sessions in line with school goals and priorities

Student Culture

• Act as the model for how to build strong, mutually respectful relationships with students and families for one of the school’s grade levels
• Collaborate with teachers, parents, and administrators to support students' literacy development and address individual needs
• Lead professional development sessions on differentiated instruction and utilizing co-teaching practices to support students’ diverse needs
• Foster a love of reading and writing among students, creating opportunities for them to explore diverse texts and express themselves creatively.
• Observe and give feedback on schoolwide systems and classroom culture

About You

• You have earned a Bachelors Degree.
• You have at least 3-5 years of teaching experience
• You have at least one year of leadership experience
• You are in the process of earning or have earned a New York Teaching License Certification. (Learn more here )

Salary

The salary range for this role starts at $108,000, then increases based on years of experience. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. At Prospect Schools we remain committed to providing competitive salaries.

Our Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Time (PST) based on date of hire and hours worked per week
• 401(K) and Roth IRA with a 4% employer match with a 3-year vesting schedule
• Flexible spending accounts, including Transit Commuter Options, Health Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA options
• Ancillary insurance, including Basic Life Insurance, Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program with free expert support services to assist with a variety of life issues

EEO And ADA Statement

Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We actively recruit, hire, and retain a diverse and inclusive staff. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, citizenship, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.

Prospect Schools is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our job application procedures. If you need assistance you may contact us at: [email protected] .

The essential functions of this job are described above; they may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons.