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Brooklyn Free School Seeks Specialist Teachers

Brooklyn Free School is now accepting applications for chemistry, physics, Spanish, French, and physical education teachers.
Each teacher will offer two or three hours/week instruction in their subject area for a six week session from March 30 to May 8th.  We seek teachers who are self-starters, energetic, creative and flexible, who can establish positive relationships with students and colleagues.  Applicants must have experience teaching teens in formal or informal settings utilizing project based instruction and assessment.


The school is located in the Clinton Hill neighborhood of Brooklyn, NY.  Teachers receive a stipend of $300-$450 per class, plus appropriate compensation for travel and supplies.  
Brooklyn Free School engages students and staff in democratic decision-making and problem solving. We honor student choice and facilitate student centered learning through play and exploration, constructivist teaching, collaborative course work and self-directed student initiatives. We support social and emotional development through conflict mediation, personal reflection, diversity awareness and community responsibility.  For more information visit our website: www.brooklynfreeschool.org


Brooklyn Free School is an equal opportunity employer.  We seek a staff that reflects the diversity of our community.  Candidates of color are encouraged to apply.


To Apply: Submit a single page cover letter, current resume, three references, including one from an educational supervisor, and any additional information you think we should consider in evaluating you as a candidate. Strong applications will succinctly address the following questions:
a. What makes you a strong candidate for the position?
b. What assets/skills/knowledge would you bring to this position?
d. What challenges do you anticipate and how do expect to address these challenges?
All materials and inquiries need to be submitted electronically as an attachment or in the body of an email to: hiring@brooklynfreeschool.org
The deadline to receive full consideration is Tuesday, March 3.
All candidates will be informed if they were selected for a first-round interview on a rolling basis through March 9, with an anticipated hiring decision made by March 20.