Discovery Charter School provides a high-quality education in a safe and supportive learning community for students and families, empowers students with diverse talents, delivers rigorous and culturally relevant instruction, and fosters creativity, inquiry, as well as strong character development. Discovery Charter School is an elementary public school (K-6), whose charter was approved by the New York State Education Department in December 2010, and opened its doors in August 2011.
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Student Population93%
Students of Color15.3%
English Learners13.9%
Students with DisabilitiesSpecializations
EL Education Character Education
Arts Integration
College and Career Readiness
Community partnerships
Instructional Models
DCS follows an instructional model that is standards-based, student-centered, data informed, and flexible. Students are leaders of their own learning. Teachers implement protocols to foster students engagement and peer discussion.
Curriculum
ELA – EL Education Curriculum
Math – Engage NY
Certification Requirements
Certification Preferred
New Teacher Starting Salary
Dependent on education
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits for full time employees
Career Site
http://www.rochesterdiscovery.com/about-dcs/employment/
Shortage Areas
Bilingual teachers
Always seeking to increase staff diversity
Mentoring
DCS offers both mentoring and instructional coaching
Professional Development
DCS offers ongoing professional development both internally and externally.
Supports for Teachers of Color
DCS empowers teachers and encourages teacher voice. An Equity Committee serves to strengthen teacher identity and eliminate cultural biases. DCS also offers mindfulness and staff wellness coaching.