Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from Explore Schools
Job overview
The Elementary Academic Coordinator at Explore Schools leads and supports K-5 teachers to ensure rigorous, culturally responsive instruction and student success in Brooklyn charter schools.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves coaching and evaluating teachers, managing grade-level teams, supporting instructional initiatives, overseeing student behavioral and academic support, coordinating family engagement, and contributing to school safety and operations.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $85,000 to $100,000 with competitive benefits including health insurance covering up to 95% for employees and families, retirement plan with matching, paid time off, professional development, and other perks like childcare assistance and education scholarships.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 3+ years teaching experience, preferably in urban charter schools, strong K-5 content knowledge, leadership and coaching skills, data-driven mindset, and preferably a Master's in Education.
Career development
The position offers professional development through weekly training, coaching, retreats, continuing education scholarships, and opportunities to participate in organizational committees and initiatives.
Work environment and culture
Explore Schools fosters an inclusive, equitable, and collaborative culture focused on staff development, diversity, and shared leadership in a fully in-person Brooklyn school environment.
Company information
Explore Schools is a network of six public charter schools in Brooklyn serving 1,700 students with a mission to provide standards-aligned, culturally responsive education and disrupt systemic inequities.
Team overview
The coordinator works closely with school principals and collaborates with grade-level teams and network colleagues to execute instructional and operational goals.
Job location and travel
The role is based in Brooklyn, NY, requiring in-person work at one of the network's six charter schools in Canarsie, Crown Heights, or Flatbush, with a standard 45-hour workweek.
Unique job features
This role uniquely combines instructional leadership with direct student support, family engagement, and operational responsibilities in a culturally responsive urban charter school setting.
Company overview
Explore Schools is a network of public charter schools based in Brooklyn, New York, dedicated to providing high-quality education to underserved communities. They focus on rigorous academics, character development, and community engagement to prepare students for college and beyond. Founded in 2007, the organization has grown to include multiple schools serving grades K-8. Explore Schools generates revenue through public funding, grants, and donations, ensuring that their programs remain accessible to all students. Their commitment to educational equity and excellence has made them a significant player in the charter school sector.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight leadership and management experience in educational settings, focusing on coaching teachers, managing teams, and driving academic rigor in K-5 environments.
Emphasize your commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy, equity, and experience working in underserved communities, as these align closely with Explore Schools' values and mission.
Apply through multiple platforms including Explore Schools' official careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility and ensure your resume reaches the hiring team.
Connect with current Explore Schools staff, especially those in academic leadership or coordinator roles, on LinkedIn. Ice breakers could include commenting on recent school initiatives or asking about their experience implementing culturally responsive instructional practices.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'instructional coaching,' 'teacher evaluation,' 'data-driven goals,' 'culturally responsive pedagogy,' and 'academic rigor' to pass automated screenings.
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