Math & Science and Homeroom Teacher, 6th Grade

Bank Street College of Education

New York, NY

Math / Science & Homeroom Teacher, 6th Grade Start Date: August 31, 2026Salary: $60,000 – $150,000Schedule:

10-month position covered by the Professional Employees’ Federation (PEF)
Regular hours: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Mondays through Fridays, with one extended day per week until 5:00 PM on Wednesdays for faculty meetings
Occasional overnight work (approximately one multi-night trip per year) and occasional event support (approximately four per year) that may occur during early mornings, evenings, or weekends

About Bank Street School for ChildrenA leader in progressive education for more than 100 years, the Bank Street School for Children provides students, from nursery through 8th grade, an education that engages their natural curiosity, nurtures critical thinking, and helps to develop a sense of community and social responsibility. Through a teaching approach that is fundamentally hands-on and child-centered, Bank Street students develop the courage and confidence to think independently, work collaboratively, understand themselves and others more deeply, and possess the compassion to make meaning of the world around them.

About the PositionThe Bank Street School for Children is seeking a Math/Science & Homeroom Teacher for 6th Grade. This role combines subject-area instruction with homeroom responsibilities, serving as a co-advisor who builds community and attends to the social-emotional development of students. Grade-level homeroom advisors engage in social-emotional support, executive function coaching, close collaboration with a homeroom co-advisor, and regular communication with families. We seek an educator with a Master’s degree and at least 3–5 years of teaching experience as a math or science teacher. The ideal candidate will be excited about working with middle school students in a progressive school that values social justice and equity.

Overview of 6th Grade Curriculum:

Math: A study of arithmetic, geometry, and elementary algebra, including fractions, decimals, percents, metric measurement, two-dimensional geometry, and probability
Science: An earth science study focusing on the sun as our source of energy, including light, the earth’s atmosphere, global climate change, and groundwater pollution

Key Responsibilities Math and Science Instruction

Teach math and science curriculum to 11–12-year-olds that is responsive to children’s developmental capacities and needs
Collaborate with your math/science grade-level partner to plan curriculum and lessons
Document lesson plans and develop comprehensive curriculum with guidance from your supervisor and in collaboration with the math/science team
Differentiate instruction to support group and individual learning
Utilize materials-based discovery approaches and inquiry-based pedagogy
Organize and maintain a positive classroom community that reflects curricular work
Incorporate technology into the classroom to enhance student learning

Homeroom and Advisory

Serve as homeroom teacher alongside your Humanities teaching partner, supporting each student’s social-emotional, cognitive, and physical development
Facilitate Community Time curriculum, including advisory-style programming on community, digital citizenship, relationships, human growth and development, identity, and effective communication
Provide extra help to students as necessary, such as during work periods and before school

Assessment and Family Communication

Share progress and concerns with families through conferences, written reports, and regular communication
Communicate and collaborate regularly with families and others who support student learning and growth
Write narrative reports about student progress and goals

Collaboration and Professional Engagement

Collaborate with classroom teachers and other specialists to support curriculum and children’s development
Attend regular faculty, division, department, and supervisory meetings

School Community Responsibilities

Support school coverage needs by substituting for teachers within the math/science department and across the school
Fulfill weekly community duties as assigned, including lunch, recess, early morning care, and bus duty
Support event or trip planning duties as assigned, such as planning overnight trips, coordinating a day of service, and supporting weekly assemblies
Complete additional duties as assigned by supervisor

Qualifications Required

Master’s degree in Mathematics, Science, Education, or a related field
At least 3–5 years of teaching experience as a math or science teacher
Experience working as part of a collaborative team of teachers
Background in materials-based discovery approaches to mathematics and/or science
Understanding of inquiry-based pedagogy
Experience developing curriculum
Experience with both standards-based assessment and progressive teaching methods
Ability to effectively differentiate instruction
Experience with anti-bias and culturally responsive pedagogy
Strong organizational skills
Proficiency with Google Suite and incorporating technology to support teaching and learning
Experience writing narrative reports about student progress and goals
Ability to meet and adhere to multiple deadlines
Demonstrated commitment to professional development and lifelong learning
Knowledge and understanding of child development and constructivist teaching
Demonstrated classroom management skills
High energy, a sense of humor, and a strong ability to connect with adolescents
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, parents, and administration

Preferred

Homeroom advisory experience
Experience with Bridges Math and/or Connected Mathematics curriculum
Familiarity with Bank Street’s progressive, child-centered approach to education