High School IB Psychology Teacher Job at Prospect Schools, Brooklyn, NY

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  • Prospect Schools
  • Brooklyn, NY

Job Description

The Organization 

Prospect Schools is a high-performing, intentionally diverse (“diverse by design”) K-12 college preparatory charter network serving more than 2,700 students in seven (soon to be 9!) schools in Brooklyn. Prospect Schools models its curriculum on the renowned International Baccalaureate Program, a rigorous program that raises the level of academic responsibility for students while also preparing them to be global citizens. 

Our experienced team is dedicated to our mission to prepare a diverse student body to have a positive impact on society and develop a lifelong passion for learning, and 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 

 

We have a vision to become, by 2030, the leading network of intentionally diverse schools where all students and educators can learn, work and thrive. Find out more about who we are and what we believe by spending a few minutes reading our 2024 Annual Report .

The Role
Prospect Schools is seeking a thoughtful, equity-driven, and mission-aligned High School IB Psychology Teacher  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 Director of Humanities and the School Principal , and will serve as the lead Humanities teacher in the classroom.

Instructional Leadership & Planning

  • Lead Psychology instruction in a high school classroom, aligned with the International Baccalaureate framework and Prospect’s curriculum 

  • Design engaging, rigorous lessons that are culturally responsive and build strong literacy skills

  • Collaborate with colleagues across grade levels and content areas to support interdisciplinary learning

Classroom Culture & Community Building

  • Build a warm, inclusive, and intellectually curious classroom culture

  • Hold students to high expectations for academic success and behavior, grounded in positive relationships

  • Use restorative practices to build classroom community and support student growth

Candidate Requirements

  • A Bachelor’s degree is required

  • At least 2 years of lead teaching experience preferred, ideally in Humanities at the high school level

  • A deep commitment to educational equity and working with diverse learners

  • Experience with the IB High School Years Programme is a plus but not required

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Salary
Employees at Prospect Schools are provided with a competitive salary. 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. The salary range for this role is $63,960 to $106,995 .

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

EEO and Accessibility
Prospect Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all. If you need assistance or accommodations during the application or hiring process, please reach out to us.

Job Tags

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