Join a Community That Believes In Students.
And In You!

Group of six diverse adults standing together in a school hallway, smiling at the camera, with a mural and students in orange on one side.
Four diverse smiling adults standing in a school hallway.

Launch Expeditionary Learning Charter School is a growing 6–12 network in Brooklyn, committed to equity, belonging, and learning that lasts.

We are hiring passionate educators and staff who believe in the power of working together in the best interest of every child.

WHY WORK AT LAUNCH?

Grow Personally & Professionally

Launch invests in your professional journey. Weekly PD, 1:1 coaching, and partnerships with EL Education help you grow your skillset in a culture of Excellence and mutual growth. We believe in Ubuntu—that your success is tied to the success of those around you.

Teach In A Like Minded Community

We are a warm, inclusive community where students, families, and staff build strong, lasting relationships. As part of a Crew, you’ll collaborate, support, and grow with a team that shows up for one another every day.

Advance Equity

We center diverse voices, prioritize anti-racist practices, and challenge systemic inequities—starting inside our classrooms. Equity is not just a goal, but a daily practice that drives our decisions and defines our culture.

Become A Leader

Many of our leaders started as teachers. We offer clear, supported pathways to leadership roles like Assistant Principal, Principal, and Director. We nurture leadership grounded in Ubuntu, shared purpose, and the pursuit of Excellence.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

  • Two women practicing hand balancing on a balance beam in a spacious gymnasium with high arched ceilings and large windows.

    A belief that all students can achieve at high levels

  • People attending a community event or registration table in a school cafeteria with yellow walls, green windows, and blue vinl on the counter.

    A commitment to working with families as true partners

  • A man instructs a woman on a cooking technique in a classroom, with women wearing purple hairnets and black face masks seated at a table.

    A growth mindset and openness to feedback

  • Group of children and adults in a classroom holding a colorful, abstract textured artwork with various shapes and symbols. The classroom has educational posters and a whiteboard in the background.

    Alignment with our Habits of Heart and Mind

OUR HIRING PROCESS

  • Icon of two sheets of paper with lines of text, outlined in blue, inside a white circle with a teal border.

    Initial Application

    Submit your resume and a brief introduction.

  • Icon of a telephone receiver with rotating sound waves indicating phone call or communication.

    Phone/Zoom Interview

    Let’s get to know each other.

  • Icon with three people connected by a heart, representing relationship or love.

    In-Person Interview

    Visit a Launch campus and lead a demo lesson.

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    Reference Check

    We connect with former colleagues or supervisors.