Primary (K-2) Lead Teacher

About Harlem Academy:
Harlem Academy is an independent school (grades K through 8) that drives equity of opportunity for promising students, guiding them to thrive at the highest academic levels and
one day make a mark on the world. Please peruse our website for more information about our school culture, family partnership, new campus, strong results – and everything else that makes Harlem Academy uniquely positioned in the New York City education landscape.

Responsibilities:
Our incoming primary lead teacher must possess outstanding skills for maximizing learning and a commitment to helping nurture a school that rivals the best private schools in New York City. The primary lead teacher has the following core responsibilities:

• Implement the Benchmark Literacy and Math in Focus curricula to develop and deliver engaging literacy and mathematics lessons aligned with Harlem Academy’s mission and values.
• Foster an environment where students are encouraged to take risks, solve problems, and develop critical thinking skills.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners, providing individualized support as necessary.
• Use various assessment tools to measure student progress and provide meaningful feedback to students and their families.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure smooth transitions and continuity in learning, especially as students move between grade levels.
• Maintain strong communication with parents through regular updates, conferences, and feedback.
• Integrate technology in meaningful ways to enhance learning and foster collaboration.
• Participating actively in the school community, including attending faculty meetings, and school events and contributing to extracurricular activities.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Education or a relevant field (Master’s degree preferred).
• At least three years of teaching experience, ideally in a K-5 classroom environment.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Experience in using best practices in curriculum development and assessment.
• Digital literacy, including proficiency with Microsoft Office and Google Classroom.
• Passion for working with children and a commitment to the mission of Harlem Academy.

Harlem Academy offers professional development opportunities, benefits, 10 weeks of paid vacation, and salary from $60,000 to $80,000 based on experience and demonstrated skills.

To Apply:
This position starts mid-August 2025. Applicants should email a cover letter and resume to Kristy Castro, Primary and Elementary Director, at kcastro@harlemacademy.org (Attn: Primary Lead). The cover letter should be no more than two pages and describe your capacity for contribution. 

Equal Opportunity Employer:
Harlem Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, age, gender, national origin or ancestry, veteran status, sexual orientation, or any non-job related physical or mental disability. We welcome candidates who will contribute to our diversity and strongly encourage applicants from traditionally marginalized groups.