Teaching Fellow, Elementary (Promise Academy I)
Harlem Children's Zone Inc, New York, NY, United States
Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy – top-performing K-12 charter schools within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seek a Teaching Fellow for the 2025-2026 school year!
The Teaching Fellow will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in our community and beyond.
For more information, check out Want to Work at Promise Academy? Here are 7 Things You Need to Know.
Who you are
We’re seeking a Teaching Fellow who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college.
At Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ), our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve.
What you’ll do
Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content.
Assess student progress using a variety of methods—exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth.
Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best.
Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands‑on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students.
Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a culture of trust, communication, and academic success.
Schedule
10-month school year
Must be available to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Educational background
Enrolled in a Master’s degree and actively pursuing New York State teaching certification
To achieve these exceptional outcomes, we hire the best and brightest educators and administrators and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry. We believe they earn it and deserve it.
Benefits
Highly competitive base salaries
Up to $30,000 in Student Loan Forgiveness
$6,000 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
In addition, we provide our teachers with the resources they need to be successful. Teachers receive a personal laptop, Smartboards, and tablets; bi‑weekly professional development; and the support of a team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers who are committed to ensuring the success of all our scholars.
The Teaching Fellow salary is
$62,000 .
Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children’s Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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The Teaching Fellow will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in our community and beyond.
For more information, check out Want to Work at Promise Academy? Here are 7 Things You Need to Know.
Who you are
We’re seeking a Teaching Fellow who shares our goal: to get all our scholars to and through college.
At Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ), our mission is to break the cycle of intergenerational poverty and unlock new possibilities for our children, families, and communities. As the K-12 charter school within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway, Promise Academy delivers exceptional education alongside holistic support—empowering young minds, inspiring potential, and creating lasting change. By joining, you become part of a transformative movement dedicated to shaping brighter futures and driving extraordinary outcomes for those we serve.
What you’ll do
Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content.
Assess student progress using a variety of methods—exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth.
Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best.
Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands‑on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students.
Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a culture of trust, communication, and academic success.
Schedule
10-month school year
Must be available to work flexible hours (after hours, weekends, and holidays as needed)
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree
Educational background
Enrolled in a Master’s degree and actively pursuing New York State teaching certification
To achieve these exceptional outcomes, we hire the best and brightest educators and administrators and offer one of the most competitive benefits packages in the industry. We believe they earn it and deserve it.
Benefits
Highly competitive base salaries
Up to $30,000 in Student Loan Forgiveness
$6,000 sign on bonus after 90 days of employment
Paid time off
Employee referral bonus
Career advancement
No-cost health insurance
Life Insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Additional voluntary benefits
Wellness discounts
Commuter benefits
Financial wellness perks
Additional Benefits (Discounts on flights, hotels, theme parks, concert tickets, and more.)
In addition, we provide our teachers with the resources they need to be successful. Teachers receive a personal laptop, Smartboards, and tablets; bi‑weekly professional development; and the support of a team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers who are committed to ensuring the success of all our scholars.
The Teaching Fellow salary is
$62,000 .
Replies will only be sent to qualified applicants. Harlem Children’s Zone does not provide work visas for candidates who require employer sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
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