Harlem Children's Zone
Harlem Children's Zone
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Elementary Math Teacher

location_onNew York, NY · 1 week ago · 6 applicantsschedulePosted 7/23/2026

About the job

Harlem Children's Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy - top-performing K-12 charter schools within HCZ's cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services - seeks an Elementary Math Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year!
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Who You Are
The Elementary Math Teacher will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem's residents, and is eager to make an impact in our community and beyond.
What You'll Do
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Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content
Assess student progress using a variety of methods—exams, projects, and written work—to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth
Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best
Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands-on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students
Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community
Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a culture of trust, communication, and academic success
Requirements
Bachelor's degree
Valid NYS Teaching Certification in Early Childhood Education or General Education (Birth-2, 1-6, or All Grades)
Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in an urban school setting
Master's degree preferred
Benefits
To achieve these exceptional outcomes, we hire the best and brightest educators and administrators and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry. We believe they earn it and deserve it.
Our exceptional benefits include:
Highly competitive base salaries
Up to $30,000 Student Loan Forgiveness
$6,000 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short-and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
In addition, we provide our teachers with the resources they need to be successful. Teachers receive a personal laptop, Smartboards, and tablets; bi-weekly professional development; and the support of a team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers who are committed to ensuring the success of all our scholars.
The Elementary Math Teacher salary ranges from
$70,000 - $145,000
per year. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.
Harlem Children's Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Harlem Children's Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Skills & Expertise

Core Competencies

Elementary MathCurriculum designStudent assessmentDifferentiated instructionClassroom managementLesson planning

Focus Areas

#elementary math teacher#teacher#education#new york#in-person#full-time#nonprofit

Benefits & Perks

verifiedUp to $30,000 Student Loan Forgiveness
verified$6,000 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment
verifiedPaid time off
verifiedEmployee referral bonus
verifiedNo-cost health insurance
verifiedLife Insurance
verifiedShort-and long-term disability
verifiedCommuter benefits

Role Overview

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Job Type

FULLTIME

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Work Style

IN-PERSON

payments

Salary Target

$70k – $145k

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Industry

Education & Charter Schools

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