Achievement First

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We set high expectations so that our students can exceed them. We are preparing our students for success in college, career and life. We are also a fully “open source” organization. We want to help all of us go further, faster toward the goal of providing an excellent education for every child, everywhere.

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All Achievement First students know they can and will go to college.

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Every day, students in our schools across Connecticut, Brooklyn and Rhode Island are solving for x and shattering stereotypes, winning debate tournaments and football games and preparing for their futures as college graduates.

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Achievement First schools emphasize the REACH values—Respect, Enthusiasm, Achievement, Citizenship and Hard Work.

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We refuse to accept a world where social injustices stand as barriers to our students’ success. Our students can not only achieve on par with their affluent peers across the country, they can achieve alongside the highest-performing students in the world. Our students will redefine what excellence looks like.

Every year, our seniors gain acceptance to colleges and universities across the country.

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Every day, we work hard to fulfill our mission: to deliver on the promise of equal educational opportunity for all of America's children. We believe that all children, regardless of race or economic status, can succeed if they have access to a great education.

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We believe a great education can level the playing field, break the cycle of poverty and create a brighter future for all of us.

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Our students are all admitted by blind lottery and we serve all students, including English Language Learners and students with disabilities. We have no admissions tests or fees.

Students, teachers and parents work as a team to achieve success.

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Teaching and leading at Achievement First means being a part of an awesomely powerful team of tireless educators and specialists, incredible families, and students who are working every day toward improving themselves and our world.

We develop, recognize and reward teachers through constant professional development and the Teacher Career Pathway.

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Every day, we’re working toward social justice and better educational opportunities not just for our students, but for all students.Without you—our partners, friends, board members, donors, community leaders and neighbors—our work would not be possible.

We host hundreds of visitors—including community members, elected officials and educators—in our schools each year.

Teaching at Achievement First

As a teacher at Achievement First, you’ll be a champion who believes all students are capable of greatness and achievement far beyond what society has been conditioned to accept. You will be a demander of excellence for yourself and your students, encouraging and accepting nothing less than students’ best and most thoughtful work.

You are already a passionate learner who is hungry for professional development and thrives on feedback. Here, you will cultivate classroom cultures built on strong structures, communication and lasting relationships. You will be part of a powerful team that is all aligned around the same goals. Every day, your hard work will prepare students who will go on to become first-generation college graduates and lead our communities as the next generation of game-changers.

Qualifications

Two years of teaching experience highly preferred
Track record of producing dramatic, measurable gains in student achievement
Impeccable professional values
Humility; receptiveness to feedback
Relentlessly focused on achievement; willing to do whatever it takes to ensure student success
Team player and constant learner

Job Descriptions

School Teacher Job Description
Social Worker/School Counselor Job Description
Special Education Teacher Job Description

Connecticut, New York and Rhode Island are accepting applications.

Application and Hiring Process

What can you expect when you’re applying for a job with us? We want to make the process as seamless as possible, so while the specifics can vary from person to person, here’s an overview:

Apply: We accept applications on a rolling basis, and our recruitment team responds to all completed applications within seven business days.

Phone Interview: Selected applicants will participate in a phone interview with a member of our recruitment team. This call will focus on your previous experience and the content of your application.

Guest Lesson & In-Person Interview: After the phone interview, some applicants will be invited to an in-person interview at one of our schools in Connecticut, Brooklyn or Rhode Island. We'll be looking for your ability to lead a 25-45 minute guest lesson, and we’ll want to see your classroom management instincts, your overall teacher personality and lesson delivery. After the lesson, you'll reflect with school-based faculty and the recruitment team.

Reference Check: A member of our recruitment team will contact your references at some point during the process. We will notify you before contacting any of your references.

Learn More

For a glimpse into life at AF, visit the Achievement First Blog for stories from our teachers, students and parents.

Contact Us

If you have any questions about applying to Achievement First, please contact us at recruitment@achievementfirst.org.

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