SY 26 - 27 Middle School Humanities Teacher

About Ascend

Ascend is Brooklyn’s premier K–12 public charter network, committed to graduating high-achieving students who have access to boundless choice in their futures—not only through college acceptance, but through meaningful preparation for career readiness and thriving adult lives

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Across our schools, we pair rigorous academics with strong systems, supportive adult culture, and a deep belief in students’ brilliance and potential. Our work is grounded in the understanding that preparing students for long-term success requires excellence in instruction, intentional culture-building, and disciplined execution at every level of the organizatio

n.
At Ascend, adults are held to high standards because our students deserve nothing less. How we teach, lead, collaborate, and make decisions every day directly shapes the opportunities our students will have tomorr

ow.
Join us in shaping learning environments where curiosity is nurtured, excellence is the norm, and every student is prepared for a lifetime of boundless cho

ice.To learn more about Ascend, visit our website: https://www.ascendlearning.org/ab

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About the

Role
Ascend Middle School Humanities Teachers are dynamic, mission-driven educators who believe deeply in the power of language to unlock opportunity for students. In this role, you will cultivate a joyful, rigorous classroom culture where students develop strong reading identities, confidence as writers, and the ability to think critically and express themselves with clarity, purpose, and

voice.
Ascend’s Humanities curriculum is rich, text-based, and culturally responsive, anchoring learning in high-quality novels, nonfiction texts, poetry, and thematic units that allow students to explore big ideas. Writing instruction emphasizes analysis, argumentation, and clear communication, preparing students to navigate complex texts and engage meaningfully with the world aroun

d them.
At Ascend, teaching is a craft that is continuously developed, supported, and celebrated. Our educators benefit from ongoing coaching, practice-based professional development, and pathways to grow as instructional experts and leaders. You will work alongside colleagues who communicate consistently, share ownership for student success, and hold one another accountable to the highest standards of professionalism and

purpose.
If you are energized by the chance to deepen your instructional practice, partner with students and families, and drive meaningful impact for children, you will find a strong professional community a

t Ascend.
Respon

sibilities
Instructional

• Excellence
  Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned lessons using Ascend’s curriculum, pacing guides, and instructional e
• xpectations.Execute lessons that actively engage students, check for understanding, and adjust instruction i
• n real time.Use formative and summative assessment data to identify learning gaps and provide targe
• ted support.Maintain strong instructional routines that maximize learning time and promote studen

t ownership.
Student Learning &

• amp; Outcomes
  Drive measurable student growth through consistent monitoring of progress and responsive instructiona
• l adjustments.Analyze student work and assessment results to inform reteaching, differentiation, and
• intervention.Ensure all students, including those with additional learning needs, have access to grade-level conten

t and support.
School Culture

• & Community
  Establish and maintain a classroom culture rooted in consistency, care, and hi
• gh expectations.Implement clear routines, transitions, and behavior systems aligned to school-wi
• de expectations.Build trust-based relationships with students and families through regular, proactiv
• e communication.Partner with families to support student learning, development,
• and well-being.Complete required administrative tasks such as lesson planning, grading, data entry, and documentation with accuracy
• and timeliness.Demonstrate professionalism, reliability, and attention to detai

l in daily wor

• k.
  Qualifications
  A bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required; a Master’s degree and teaching certificat
• ion are preferred.A demonstrated commitment to advancing educational equity and a track record of making a meaningful impact on K-8 students, ideally in communities similar to those
• served by Ascend.Classroom experience; ideal for early-career educators (1 - 2 years of experience) or career changers who are passionate about student success and instruc
• tional excellence.Strong instructional expertise, including the ability to create structured, engaging, and student-centered class
• room environments.Proficiency and ability to leverage instructional technology and data analysis to drive student le
• arning and growth.Commitment to fostering students’ academic and social-emotional development through high expectations and meaning
• ful relationships.Proactive and disciplined approach to seeking and applying feedback to elevate instructional practice and drive measurable st

udent achiev

ement.
Compensation
Salary Range: starting at $75,060, based on Ascend’s equitable

compensation scale.
Starting pay is determined using various factors, includin

• g but not limited to:Years of relevant full-tim
• e teaching experienceEducation certifi
• cations and lice
• nsureAdvanced degreesAlignment with Ascend’s compensation philosophy and inter

nal equity guidelines
This is a full-time, exe

• mpt position offering:Medical, dental
• , and vision insurance403(b) retirement pl
• an with employer matchGenerous paid time off
• and employee benefitsOngoing coaching, professional development, and career growth opportunities, including onboarding training, weekly PD, and 4 weeks of int