The fact is that given the challenges we face, education doesn't need to be reformed -- it needs to be transformed. The key to this transformation is not to standardize education, but to personalize it, to build achievement on discovering the individual talents of each child, to put students in an environment where they want to learn and where they can naturally discover their true passions.
WHY TEACH AT AVENUES?
There is no place quite like Avenues. We are a top-tier school in New York City whose mission is to educate world-wise leaders for the 21st century. Our faculty bring widely diverse experiences, but we are all committed to creating a unique educational experience together. We foster a culture of creativity, entrepreneurship, and deep collaboration. We teach and learn through challenging interdisciplinary projects. And we offer unparalleled possibilities for professional learning prospects.
MASTERY LEARNING SYSTEM
The Mastery Learning System (MLS) is an innovative program for Upper Grades students. Based upon current research in the fields of education, human learning, and psychology, the MLS is–at heart–an autonomy-supportive environment that empowers students to take charge of their learning. MLS students exchange traditional classes in their school day for time, space and teacher support to design complex, interdisciplinary projects. Our singular goal is to develop the next generation of leading experts and polymaths who–as per Avenues’ vision–are “uniquely equipped to understand and solve global-scale problems.”
THE OPPORTUNITY
This is a bold opportunity unlike anything else in New York City independent schools. Since launching in 2017, enrollment in the MLS has increased steadily each year and will exceed 100 students in 2026-2027. As we continue to grow and evolve, we are seeking an Interdisciplinary Science Mentor to join our team.
