Join Our Team

More about PS 270: The Dekalb School

• Small, student-centered public school community located in the vibrant, arts-rich neighborhood of Clinton Hill

• Growing special education program committed to meeting the needs of all of our students through integrated co-teaching

• Diverse, inclusive environment that is focused on the social-emotional learning of our students

• A collaborative staff community that is oriented towards the teamwork concept of “we are crew, not passengers” 

• Curriculum that integrates the arts and project-based inquiry learning  

• Partnerships with:

  • Pratt Institute

  • Artshack Brooklyn

  • NYC Outward Bound

  • City Growers

  • Responsive Classroom/Center for Responsive Schools

Ideal applicants will demonstrate:

• Enthusiasm to join a team that embodies “we are crew, not passengers” in the service of our students and families

• Unwavering commitment to young people and to addressing their instructional and social needs

• Passion for building an instructional model that blends culturally-responsive project-based learning with targeted skill instruction

• Demonstrated commitment to equity and antiracism

• Excitement to develop routines and practices that celebrate our core values of community, advocacy, curiosity, creativity, and joy

• Ability to collaborate and be reflective in both team and individual learning environments

• Excellent communication and organizational skills 

• Strong interest in developing instructional best practices in teacher teams and professional learning

• Certified to teach in NYS (or on the path to certification)