International School of Brooklyn seeks a dynamic, hardworking, full-time Middle School Science Teacher

The ideal candidate is one who understands and enjoys working with middle school students (ages 11-14), who loves the sciences, and who inspires students to love them as well. Other ideal attributes include commitment, patience, strong classroom management skills, positive energy, a sense of humor, and a commitment to making curriculum accessible to all types of learners. 

This is a leave replacement position and will extend, at least, until the end of January 2023. 

Description of position

The individual will:

• teach two sections of 6th Grade Science
• teach two sections of 7th Grade Science
• serve as a Homeroom advisor for a small group of mixed-grade students
• fulfill other supervision duties as required by the Middle School division

Requirements:

• Teaching experience, preferably in the independent school world; experience teaching in an IB school is a plus
• Degree in science or related subject, or significant experience/skill with science
• Supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction
• Comfort with using technology in the classroom
• Ability and commitment to collaborating with other teachers
• Desire to mentor students in an advisory role outside the classroom

Applying for this position:

Interested candidates should email a resume and brief cover letter to jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “Middle School Science Teacher” in the subject line of the email.

No phone calls, please.

International School of Brooklyn (ISB) is an independent, non-profit school known for its innovative and robust PK-8th Grade French and Spanish language immersion program and International Baccalaureate (IB) curriculum. The ISB learning experience is driven by six core values: inquiry-based learning, diversity, global curriculum, language immersion, community, and international mindedness. Dedication to these values enables ISB to develop each student’s creativity, critical thinking, global citizenship, and intercultural understanding.

International School of Brooklyn is seeking a committed and experienced  Director of Advancement who will embody, endorse, and advocate for the school’s mission and core values. The ideal candidate will demonstrate personal endorsement of the school’s mission and values and be able to clearly articulate the mission and values to our community. This position reports to the Head of School and  serves as a member of the senior administrative team that oversees day to day operations and sets strategic goals and planning for the school.. The Director of Advancement is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive fundraising strategy to support the annual fund and capital campaigns.  The Director of Advancement also collaborates with the Communications Office, Admissions Office, and other administrators to assist in school marketing, prospective and new family events and other community events, retention efforts, and alumni programming and communication. 

Start Date: Flexible; before August 1, 2022

The Director of Advancement is responsible for overseeing the school’s development program which includes:

• Managing and overseeing the execution of the school’s strategic vision for development in terms of fundraising, events, and family and alumni engagement
• Building and sustaining  an effective partnership with the Head of School and Board of Trustees in order to ensure that development goals are integrated with the school’s strategic planning
• Developing and maintaining strong relationships with all members of the school community, including donors, families, students, trustees, faculty, staff, and administrators
• Overseeing and increasing participation and gift amounts to the Annual Fund for Excellence
• In collaboration with the Database and Events Manager, researching and briefings for periodical capital campaigns
• Identifying major donor prospects through engagement and leading possible feasibility studies
• Overseeing the planning of cultivation events
• Writing and collaborating on case statement marketing materials
• Overseeing donor stewardship and communications
• In collaboration with the Communications Director, writing and editing all fundraising materials, including letters and proposals, and copy for fundraising
• Overseeing annual fund leadership donors program, including the organization of  recognition cocktail party and various other cultivation and stewardship cocktail receptions
• Continuously benchmarking and reporting to the Head of School the progress and outcomes of development programs
• Working with the Business Office to ensure all gifts, pledges and grants received are accounted for pursuant to non-profit financial regulations. 

• Overseeing the alumni engagement program
• Overseeing the planning, organization, and execution of all aspects of the Annual Spring Benefit and Pecha Kucha events, including auction solicitation, communications, etc.
• Overseeing the engagement of the volunteer Benefit Committee Developing and overseeing community that strengthen the school’s presence and relationships in and with the wider community
• Overseeing donor portfolio and records management by managing the Database and Events Manager in record-keeping of gifts and engagement in database, produce development reports, and provide support for analysis of prospect pool and annual giving patterns
• Serving on a interdepartmental marketing team to collaborate with Admissions Office and Communications Office on communication materials and marketing strategy
• Serving as liaison to the Parents Association and cultivating volunteer efforts in support of advancement initiatives

Supervisory Responsibilities
The Director of Advancement supervises the Database and Events Manager.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree 
• Master’s degree preferred
• 7+ years related professional experience in non-profit fundraising; previous experience in independent schools is strongly preferred
• Proficiency in development database and school database software, email communication software, Google Apps Suite, and Microsoft Office
• Proficiency in French or Spanish is a plus
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Excellent time management and organizational skills
• Experience in grant research, applications, and proposals is a plus
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Strong collaborative working skills with fellow colleagues
• Positive attitude
  Deep understanding and appreciation of the school’s mission and values 

Applying to this position

Interested and qualified candidates should submit their applications by email to diracandidates@isbrooklyn.org. Please include a single attachment containing the following three documents:

• Cover letter detailing why you are a strong candidate for this position at ISB
• Updated resume (CV)
• List of three professional references, including names, phone numbers, and email addresses

Application deadline: April 8, 2022

• The Bookkeeper reports to the Controller and works with all constituents – students, parents, and staff - in the International School of Brooklyn community in support of the school’s mission. The role of the Bookkeeper is to ensure financial transactions are properly recorded in the school’s accounting systems. Specifically, the Bookkeeper is responsible for:
  • Accounts Receivables
  • Accounts Payables
  • Credit Card Expense Management

Qualification Requirements
Candidates should have a minimal 2 years of experience working as a bookkeeper and understands bookkeeping and accounts payable/receivable principles. Strong communication and organizational skills are a must in this role. In order to be successful in this position, candidates must be able to work independently as well as on a team, manage multiple tasks and provide support to various departments. Candidates should enjoy a collaborative work setting, value diversity and have experience working in a school setting. Fluency in French or Spanish is a plus.

Applying to this position:
Interested candidates should email letters of interest and resumes to Alan Sze at jobs@isbrooklyn.org.

International School of Brooklyn seeks a dynamic, hardworking, self-directed full-time Design/Technology Teacher and Technology Integrator for the 2022-23 school year and beyond.

The ideal candidate is one who understands and enjoys young people, who loves Design, Art, and Technology, and who inspires students to love those things as well. Other ideal attributes include commitment, patience, positive energy, a sense of humor, and ability to balance multiple roles and responsibilities.

Description of position

• The individual will teach:
  • 6th, 7th, and 8th Grade MYP Design classes; this is a course accredited by the International Baccalaureate and requires training, planning, and assessment
  • Lower School Technology classes (Grades 3 - 5); this may include instruction in: on-going content-integrated digital citizenship, typing, Google Suite 
• The individual will also:
  • Help maintain design and technology spaces in the school
  • Work with faculty on the increased integration of purposeful technology in their curricula, refreshing existing curricula with innovative uses of technology where appropriate
  • Develop and deliver internal academic technology training for teachers across divisions
  • Model innovative technology use for other ISB faculty members

Requirements:

• Teaching experience, preferably in the independent school world; experience teaching in an IB school is a plus
• Experience working with and supporting teachers in a collaborative way
• Strong experience with technology — Mac and Chromebook
• A supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction
• Desire to mentor students in an advisory role outside the classroom
• Excellent organizational skills and ability to balance different roles
• Preferred candidates must demonstrate a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and be open to learning about how implicit biases in race, ethnicity, gender identity, and socioeconomic class can shape curricula and pedagogy.

Applying for this position:

Interested candidates should email a cover letter and most recent resume to jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “Design & Technology Teacher” in the subject line of the email.

Description of Position
The Lower School Music Teacher will be responsible for teaching students in Pre- K 3 through 4th Grade. Our Music program is designed to foster a lifelong love of music for all students, therefore the successful candidate will have experience in working in an early childhood environment that nurtures students’ love for music through performances and developmentally appropriate curriculum and instruction. The Lower School Music Teacher will work closely with the 5th Grade - Middle School Music Teacher, as well as the classroom teachers and other co-curricular teachers, to continue to build on our current program and
teach units of inquiry. The successful candidate must demonstrate a passion for teaching music and understand the important role music plays in both the social/emotional development and academic growth of the youngest learners within our school.

Requirements

• Experience teaching preschool or elementary music, preferably in an international school
  setting, or with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
  Degree in music/theater or related subjects or significant experience/skill in these areas
  Supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction

Preferred Skills and Experience

• - Strong knowledge and understanding of developmentally appropriate instructional
• - A dynamic educator with a willingness to innovate and inspire
  practices within preschool and elementary school context
  - Strong classroom management skills, appropriate for early childhood age students
  - An ability to communicate well with all ages of lower school students, staff, and
  parents
  - Has a positive attitude and is committed to collaborating with others
  - Is knowledgeable on current research, curriculum, and pedagogy related to early childhood music instruction
  - A desire to lead music performances, music shares within the school, and promote a life-long love of music across the lower school community
• Applying to the Position

  Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and resume to Rosa Torres at jobs@isbrooklyn.org.

The ideal candidate is one who understands and enjoys working with young children, who is passionate about physical education, and who inspires students to love those things as well. Other ideal attributes include commitment, patience, positive energy, a sense of humor, and ability to balance multiple roles and responsibilities.
Description of position
The individual will:
● Teach PYP physical education classes to Pre-K 3 and Pre-K 4 grades, through a
transdisciplinary and inquiry-based curriculum, as part of the Primary Years

Program of the International Baccalaureate, which requires training, planning,
and assessment.
● Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and challenging classroom environment.
● Collaborate and coordinate efforts with faculty and staff.
● Attend meetings and school events.
● Maintain a professional relationship with all constituents.
● Collaborate with the PE and Health Department in developing curriculum.
Requirements:
● Teaching experience, preferably in the independent school world; experience
teaching in an IB school is a plus
● Knowledge of current best practices in physical education; degree or significant
coursework in physical education is a plus
● Knowledge of current best practices in health education (ie. emotional,
social, and physical health); degree or significant coursework in physical
education is a plus
● Experience working with children between ages 3-5
● Strong communication and organization skills
● A supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction
● Preferred candidates must demonstrate a commitment to anti-bias and anti-
racism work and be open to learning about how implicit biases in race, ethnicity,
gender identity, and socioeconomic class can shape curricula and pedagogy.
Applying for this position:
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and most recent resume to
jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “PS PE Teacher” in the subject line of the email

Job Description and Responsibilities
The Librarian teaches classes, provides clerical and administrative support including,
cataloging, processing new books, and is considered an integral part of the two-person library team with the Head Librarian. Work hours may vary and will include some evenings for school events. This is a maternity leave replacement position and ideally requires 40 hours per week from as soon as possible to January 3, 2023.

● Teach 8 classes fixed classes (Pre-K 3 through 5th Grade) and flexible classes for grades 6th and 8th Grade
● Readers’ advisory
● Maintain a working knowledge of classic and current children’s and middle-grade
literature
● Serve as a resource for faculty, staff, and students for technology and research
information
● Co-plan and co-lead library events and programs

● Additional duties, as assigned

Qualifications and Performance Expectations
Successful candidates will be creative, curious, and detail-oriented with strong organizational, and communication skills, as well as have a strong work ethic and an ability to effectively work and multi-task in an active school environment. The librarian will have great attention to detail, comfort and skill with computers, and the ability to work collaboratively and independently. This includes participation in books groups and reading programs hosted by the library (e.g. Common Read Committee, upper elementary and middle school book groups, Multicultural Book Club).

In addition, the candidate will have demonstrated:
● A passion for reading and books
● Excellent oral and written communication skills
● A good sense of humor, flexibility and interpersonal skills
● Deep appreciation for working with young people
● Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion work
The ideal candidate will have/or be actively working towards an MLIS at an accredited ALA
university and experience working in a school library and/or working with youth. Fluency in
French and/or Spanish is preferred but not required.

Applying to this position:
Interested candidates should email letters of interest and resumes to Maria Falgoust at
mfalgoust@isbrooklyn.org and Rosa Torres at rtorres@isbrooklyn.org.

Current or recent MLIS graduate students, classroom teachers, Librarian or Librarian Assistant and retirees are also welcomed to apply.

Job Type: Part-time or Full-time position.

The ideal candidate is one who understands and enjoys working with middle school students (ages 11-14), who loves English literature and language, and who inspires students to love them as well. Other ideal attributes include commitment, patience, strong classroom management skills, positive energy, a sense of humor, and commitment to making curriculum accessible to all types of learners. 

Description of position

• The individual will: teach two sections of 6th Grade English teach two sections of 7th Grade English serve as a Homeroom advisor for a small group of mixed-grade students serve as co-lead of weekly 7th Grade Meeting. 

Requirements:

• Teaching experience, preferably in the independent school world; experience teaching in an IB school is a plus
• Degree in English or related subject; MA degree is a plus
• Supportive, student-centered approach and ability to differentiate instruction
• Comfort with using technology in the classroom
• Ability and commitment to collaborating with other teachers
• Desire to mentor students in an advisory role outside the classroom

Applying for this position:

Interested candidates should email a resume and brief cover letter to jobs@isbrooklyn.org, and include “Middle School English Teacher” in the subject line of the email.