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Teaching at Hope Academy Charter School (HACS): Hope is built on the belief that every person has a unique potential and larger purpose in life, and character growth is key to exposing that potential and purpose. HACS maintains a student-centered culture that motivates character development and emphasizes curiosity, courage, concern, integrity and leadership. Our goal is to prepare children for college and beyond, and to live their lives according to standards of personal excellence. We believe in order to provide the best possible education for our young leaders, we as educators need to be in a continuous growth process. Teaching at HACS is a unique and rewarding experience because our teachers receive both professional development and participate in their own self-discovery process through the process of reflective practice, facilitated discussion, workshops and data analysis. Teachers at HACS:
Believe the purpose of education is both academic achievement AND character development
Provide whatever is necessary to ensure ALL students are successful and are developing strong character
Use data and assessments to inform and drive instruction
Involve families in their students’ education and in the process
Value feedback and evaluation on teaching practices and set SMART goals
Support and challenge colleagues and hold each other to his or her best
Voice their thoughts, opinions and suggestions and embody an entrepreneurial spirit, taking on leadership in a multitude of ways
Pursue their own self-discovery and growth
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Ensure high academic standards are set for and met by all students
Collaborate with other teachers to provide rigorous, standards-based learning to students
Execute rigorous, whole-group instruction based on individual needs of students
Use student performance data derived from teacher-created and standardized assessments to drive instructional decision-making
Skills/Qualifications :
A Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
A Master’s degree in Education or relevant content area (preferred but not require)
New Jersey State Teaching Certification w/ 6-8 Middle School Math Certificate
Demonstrated success working in an urban school setting
Strong data tracking and analysis skills
An ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with colleagues, families and students
A belief that everyone is gifted with a unique potential
A commitment to character development and family partnerships
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