BASIS Independent Brooklyn Lower is seeking qualified candidates for a Temporary Math & Science Teacher - Primary School for a January 2025 start! 

What We're Looking For 

BASIS Independent teachers are knowledgeable, passionate, and believe in transforming education. As part of a uniquely collaborative and professional teaching community, BASIS Independent teachers motivate students to reach their highest potential, while also elevating their own skills through peer collaboration and a culture where learning is of the greatest importance.

The anticipated end date for this position is June 20, 2025.

Primary Job Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: 

• Prepare subject specific lessons in Math and Science. 

• Provide subject instruction on a higher level than grade standard, in an interactive learning environment and delivering exceptional results for all students. 

• Implement BASIS Curriculum by designing effective and creative lessons and assessments to ensure students’ education is at an internationally competitive level. 

• Collaborate with other BASIS Independent teachers to form a community of smart, talented and interesting people who are passionate about education and readily willing to work in a professional, academic environment. 

• Tutor students in content-specific knowledge and skills to heighten the trajectory of students’ academic and career success. 

• Manage student behavior to foster academic achievement, personal responsibility, intellect and individuality in all students. 

Essential Teacher Qualifications: 

• Has deep knowledge of and passion for the subject taught 

• Able to differentiate instruction and engage students in rigorous content 

• Able to create a positive classroom community and build relationships with students 

• Has strong verbal and written communication skills with students, colleagues, and parents 

• Open to feedback and continuous growth 

• Creative in instructional and classroom management strategies?(high warm and high firm) 

• Cooperative, collaborative, supportive, flexible 

• Has a strong work ethic and a “do whatever it takes” mindset?

Additional Qualifications  

Minimum Qualifications: A Bachelor's degree in the subject area. ?Coursework or experience in education is not required, nor is certification.?Candidates must have the ability to obtain a fingerprint clearance card.  

Preferred Qualifications: Subject matter postgraduate work (Master's or Ph.D.) is preferred. Together with a high level of educational attainment, a successful applicant will demonstrate strong communication skills in teaching ideas, texts, and concepts with precision and confidence. Critically, an applicant must possess a high GPA in their major, excellent recommendations, experience working with children- not necessarily in the classroom- and be open to new ideas in teaching.

Benefits: 

BASIS Independent Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes:  

• Competitive salary dependent on education and experience. 

• Career growth opportunities focused on continuous learning, mentorship, and professional advancement across our network of schools. 

• Retirement options through which eligible participants may receive a 50% Company match for the first 10% of employee earnings deferred. 

• Three PPO medical plans to choose from, as well as dental and vision insurance. 

• An FSA option that allows for pre-tax dollars to cover medical, dependent care, and transit. 

• Student tuition remission for your children to attend our schools.