High School STEM Teacher (Math & Science)

About Forte Preparatory Academy

Forte Preparatory Academy is a college preparatory charter school serving students in Queens, New York. Our mission is to prepare all students to graduate from college and lead lives of purpose. We believe that rigorous academics, strong literacy instruction, and a deep engagement with history and literature are essential to that mission.

Our new Forte Prep High School, located at 78-02 Queens Blvd in Elmhurst, is an intelligently designed 60,000 sq. ft, 6-story building, open to natural light and outfitted with over 25 spacious classrooms and offices, a full-sized gymnasium, a rooftop athletic field, and a robust library and media center. It is located less than half a mile away from the middle school and is easily accessible by our established school community. This new building will open in the Fall of 2026 and will serve our 9th–12th grade cohort, bringing together what was previously two separate cohorts in Glendale. The facility will also host community events and sports, opening our gymnasium and rooftop athletic field to local classes and events.

Who We Are

Forte Prep Academy High School is a new 9th through 12th grade college preparatory, tuition-free public charter school for Queens, New York, with a focus on serving the Jackson Heights, Elmhurst, and Corona communities. Our mission is: Through a relentless pursuit of academic, community, and personal excellence, Forte Prep Academy Charter Schools equip all students to become the next generation of leaders in Queens and beyond.

We do this work because 77% of high school graduates in our neighborhood are unprepared for the academic rigor of college. Our commitments include:

• Preparation for high school, college, and beyond
• Unlocking potential in every student
• Excellent teaching and learning
• Diversity, reflecting and honoring the diversity of our community
• An intentional school culture that supports student success
• Strong partnerships with parents and families

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning, with a focus on Math and Science
• Ensure lessons are rigorous, clear, measurable, and aligned with Common Core State Standards
• Develop and use a variety of assessments (e.g., exams, written work, and public performances) that frequently measure student progress toward the school’s content and skill standards
• Maintain an organized classroom environment that facilitates learning
• Ensure that students master grade-level standards
• Maintain and communicate high academic and personal expectations for all students
• Incorporate direct instruction, discussion, projects, and cooperative work to engage students and infuse a lasting desire to learn
• Follow the school’s policies and procedures for student conduct and discipline, and refuse to tolerate classroom disruptions
• Develop clear evaluation criteria and distribute to students prior to assignments
• Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
• Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities
• Remind students of the joy found in a great educational experience

Pay

Salary range is $65,000–$95,000, commensurate with experience.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• 403(b) with matching
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development assistance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Smartphone and laptop provided
• Bonus pay and signing bonus opportunities

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability may be required

Location: Elmhurst, NY 11373 (on-site; reliable commute or relocation required).