Elementary School Science Teacher

About the Role

Success Academy is expanding rapidly in New York and Florida and is hiring for the 2026‑27 school year. As a science teacher in New York City’s top‑performing network of K‑12 charter schools, you will join a team dedicated to providing a rigorous, whole‑child education to students from low‑income neighborhoods. The Science program fosters curiosity, scientific literacy, and interdisciplinary thinking across engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, and biology. No prior teaching certification or master’s degree is required; extensive training and a proven curriculum are provided.

Responsibilities

• Sharpen communication skills and develop strong, meaningful relationships with students, their families, and peers/mentors, including writing letters of recommendation at the middle‑school and high‑school level.
• Become a highly skilled problem solver able to tackle challenges inside and outside the classroom.
• Assess and analyze data to track student growth and achievement, and tailor teaching methods accordingly.
• Engage in professional development with school leaders, receiving targeted feedback and coaching to improve performance.
• Grow as a leader, with opportunities to lead an entire grade team, enter the school‑leadership track as an assistant principal, or transition to a network office role.

Minimum Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree before your first day of work with Success Academy.
• A rigorous and relevant academic major (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics, engineering).
• Ability to work in person in New York City.
• Capacity to supervise a classroom of 20+ students.

What We Look For

• Drive for Excellence – ambitious goal‑setting and a strong work ethic.
• Confidence and Presence – enjoyment of leading and inspiring others.
• Passion for Content – enthusiasm for literature, science, history, and/or math, with independent deepening of knowledge.
• Planning and Organizational Skills – ability to juggle multiple responsibilities and prioritize effectively.
• Emotional Intelligence – strong instincts for building trusting relationships across diverse backgrounds.
• Learner Mindset – intellectual curiosity, openness to feedback, and motivation to master new skills.
• Grit and Determination – viewing setbacks as growth opportunities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna and VSP effective day one; Success Academy covers 82 % of the most popular plan (≈ $9,000 annually).
• $50 monthly cellphone stipend ($600 annually).
• Pre‑tax savings accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Free, confidential counseling via Employee Assistance Program and Talkspace.
• Backup care for children and adults, plus fitness and travel discounts.
• Paid time off during summer break, school vacation weeks, and holidays; generous paid parental leave.
• Intensive training, ongoing coaching, and leadership pathways—most teachers promoted to leadership within three years.
• Salary growth with significant yearly percentage increases and performance‑based incentives.
• Employee recognition program offering awards and acknowledgment opportunities.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3 % employer match.
• Quarterly employer contributions to a Health Savings Account (up to $2,400 per year).
• Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, group life insurance, and optional supplemental insurance (accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, legal plans).
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years and Teacher Loan Forgiveness after 5 years of teaching.

Compensation

Salary range: $65,000 – $75,000 USD (exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience).