About Emblaze Academy
Emblaze Academy is a high-expectations charter school in the Bronx serving grades 5-8. Our mission is to prepare all students to thrive academically and graduate from the college of their choice or pursue the trade of their passion. We are grounded in a school culture of respect, integrity, scholarship, and effort, fostering both excellence and inclusion every day.
About the Role
We are seeking a passionate and results-driven ELA Teacher. This teacher will lead rigorous, engaging instruction that builds students' reading comprehension, writing, vocabulary, and critical thinking skills. Using the Reading Reconsidered curriculum and high-leverage instructional strategies, the ELA Teacher will foster a love of reading while preparing students for the academic demands of high school and beyond.
This role requires close collaboration with grade-level content teams and the Special Education team to ensure that instruction is differentiated and inclusive.
Key Responsibilities
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Plan and deliver daily ELA lessons aligned to the Reading Reconsidered curriculum and grade-level standards
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Use data to inform instruction, re-teach as needed, and track student progress toward reading and writing benchmarks
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Provide targeted supports to students through small-group instruction, writing feedback, and intervention strategies
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Collaborate with co-teachers, SPED specialists, and grade-level teammates to support all learners
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Build a strong classroom culture grounded in the school's RISE values: Respect, Integrity, Scholarship, and Effort
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Communicate regularly with families about student progress, behavior, and academic goals
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Participate in weekly Friday professional development and contribute to schoolwide academic initiatives
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree (required); Master's degree in Education or English-related field (preferred)
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New York State certification in ELA or Childhood Education with extension (preferred)
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Experience teaching ELA at the middle school level, especially in under-resourced settings (preferred)
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Strong belief in the power of rigorous reading and writing instruction for all students
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Familiarity with or interest in the Reading Reconsidered curriculum and high-leverage instructional practices
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Commitment to ongoing growth, feedback, and collaboration
Benefits
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Competitive salary
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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403(b) retirement plan
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Generous PTO and holidays
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Supportive, mission-driven team culture