WHO WE ARE
Village Community School opened its doors to students in September 1970. To this day, VCS continues to be the leader in K-8 education. At VCS, our structure and program spur young minds to seek patterns and connections between subject matter, deepening understanding while fueling the curiosity that creates self-motivated critical thinkers. Exciting epiphanies happen every day at VCS. Our integrated social studies-based curriculum prepares students for a complex, interconnected world.

The K-8 years are critically important to a child’s academic and social development. At VCS, we devote all our resources to helping students establish an unabashed love of learning and the resilient self-confidence that will serve them well for a lifetime. We take our students seriously. We know how sophisticated young minds can be when offered opportunities to tackle the big questions and stretch beyond typical expectations. Our K-8 structure also provides many opportunities for students to be leaders. They best demonstrate what it means to value and encourage each other, developing
rewarding relationships across age groups based on trust and mutual reliance.
VCS seeks to hire a Science Teacher (6th-8th Grade) for the 2021-2022 academic year.

Mission Statement Diversity Statement
Village Community School develops self-motivated
students who value the challenging and rewarding
process of learning as an integral part of life. We
choose to be a diverse community where equity,
creativity and critical thinking are essential to the
rigorous education we provide. Our graduates are
skilled and confident, able to advocate for
themselves and others. They are well prepared for
high school and for their futures in an increasingly
complex and dynamic world.

Village Community School is strengthened and
enriched by the diversity of our students, families
and staff. We are committed to cultivating
intellectual, social and emotional growth in an
inclusive environment where diverse experiences
and perspectives are essential to the rigorous
education we provide.

The position is expected to begin orientation on August 23rd, 2021.

COMPETENCIES
Love of Teaching and Learning- Have an Intellectual curiosity and a lifelong passion for learning. Embody a caring and enthusiastic approach to education.

Developmental Awareness - Understanding of developmental needs of children

Promote Empathy and Respect - Ability to stimulate students’ interests in others – past and present – and heighten their appreciation of diversity in all forms.

Grounded in Justice - Commitment to help create an anti-bias and equitable community and society. Consistently demonstrate knowledge of antiracist and social and emotional teaching practices.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Create and maintain an inclusive learning environment that is conducive to the intellectual, physical, social, and emotional development of students. Affirm the identities of all members of our community.

Design, implement and document an NGSS aligned science curriculum that meets the needs, interests, and abilities of students.

Instruct NGSS aligned and inquiry based science lessons to students of all abilities in Grades 6-8.

Meet regularly with members of the Educational Leadership Team to receive feedback and mentorship.

Collaborate with teachers and student support teams to monitor, assess, and document students’ academic and social emotional progress.

Communicate standards, achievements, and areas of concern to students and parents.

Meet and communicate with parents both formally and informally (email, phone calls, conferences, and written Mid and End-of-Year Reports).

Transition students to and from classes. Monitor students during additional part-time duties such as snack, lunch, or during Zoom classes.

Attend grade level, staff, and professional development meetings.

Report directly to the Dean of Faculty.

All prospective candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Sarah Williamson-Broadman, Dean of Faculty, at swilliamson@vcs-nyc.org.

VCS offers competitive compensation and a generous benefits package. VCS is deeply committed to diversity among our staff, and applicants of diverse
backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.