Entry-Level to Experienced Teacher
Success Academy Charter Schools · New York, NY · 2 wk ago
Education$65k–$75k/yrFull-time
Hiring for School Year 2026-27!
What We Look For
Teaching certification and Master's degrees are not required for this role.
Key Responsibilities
- Study and implement lesson plans that align with curriculum standards.
- Utilize a variety of instructional strategies and technologies to enhance learning.
- Manage a classroom of 20+ scholars.
- Assess student progress through assignments, tests, and observations.
- Provide timely feedback and support to help students improve.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.
- Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures to maintain a productive learning environment.
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and behavioral issues.
- Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.
Minimum Qualifications
- A bachelor’s degree before your first day of work with Success Academy (a background in education is not required).
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for learning and commitment to student development.
- Ability to work in person in New York City.
At Success Academy
- Skills that set you apart: Build essential skills like public speaking, strategy, data analysis, leadership, and conflict resolution.
- World-class coaching and development: No education background? No problem. We’ll train you—hard—and elevate you even harder.
Health & Wellbeing that Starts Day One
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna and VSP — effective on your first day. SA covers 82% of our most popular medical insurance plan, or about $9,000 annually, towards your medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Employees receive a $50 cellphone stipend every month! ($600 annually)
- Pre-tax savings accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
- Free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and Talkspace.
- Backup care for children and adults, fitness and travel discounts.
Time to Recharge
- Enjoy paid time off during summer break, school vacation weeks, and holidays
- Generous paid parental leave for new parents.
Accelerated Growth & Recognition
- Intensive training, ongoing coaching, and leadership pathways - most teachers are promoted to leadership positions on average within three years.
- Salary growth that provides significant yearly % increases, with opportunities to increase earning potential through performance-based incentives
- An employee recognition program that offers opportunities for awards and acknowledgment.
Financial Security for Your Future
- 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
- Quarterly employer contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) - up to $2,400/year!
- Income protection through employer-paid short- and long-term disability, and group life insurance coverage.
- Voluntary supplemental life insurance, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and legal plans.
- All roles qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years; most schools are eligible for Teacher Loan Forgiveness after 5 years of teaching.