Education Director (Elementary School), Promise Academy (Immediate Hire)

When students enter HCZ Promise Academy Charter Schools, we make a promise to help each and everyone get to and through college. Everything we give our students-from world-class instruction and exceptional extracurricular activities to social-emotional support and healthy meals-is aimed at fulfilling that promise.

We are seeking a 3rd-5th Grade Education Director. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for the mission of HCZ Promise Academy, an understanding and respect for the culture of all residents of Harlem, and a desire for working in a school setting that fosters a love for children.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Curriculum/Delivery
  • Ensure teachers are informed of Promise Academy's classroom expectations for instructional delivery
  • Participate in the hiring process for new staff
  • Collaborate with coaches to research, evaluate, and prepare recommendations on curricula, instructional methods, and materials for school systems

• Assessment/Data
  • Oversee implementation of external assessment systems, including the New York State Tests and standardized test, and uses data to formulate informed decisions
  • Use data to construct and oversee the implementation of student rosters
  • Attend grade team meetings and help develop instructional strategies that evaluate student achievement
  • Monitor grade level progress and student achievement based on benchmarks
  • Collaborate with coaches to prepare for and participate in data meetings
  • Oversee completion of report cards and progress reports and collaborate with Ops Director for logistics of sending to families
  • Collaborate with Ops Director for ordering and security of testing materials (state tests, Regents, NYSESLAT, etc.)

• Evaluation/Development
  • Observe teachers and meets with them to provide feedback (formal)
  • Collaborate with coaches to oversee professional development activities
  • Collaborate with coaches to plan summer staff orientation and curriculum development period
  • Oversee development and support of TAs and TFs

• Master's degree with at least 6 years of relevant experience is required; must have at least 3 years of experience in an administrative/leadership capacity
• Must have a valid, non-expired New York State Teaching Certification
• Must be able to demonstrate successful teaching experience and/or administrative experience
• Extensive coursework experience in curriculum development
• Excellent oral and written communication skills