High School Teacher, AP Literature

About the role

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high-performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential. Hiring for School Year 2026-27! At Success Academy, we don’t just hire teachers, we build them. You don’t need a background in education to launch your career with us. Whether you’re an athlete, engineer, artist, chess champion, or math whiz, we’ll equip you with the tools, training, and world-class coaching to thrive in the classroom and beyond. Why Success Academy? More than the highest-performing K-12 charter school network in NYC, Success Academy is a launchpad for careers of significance. Our teachers don’t just show up, they redefine what’s possible for their students and themselves.

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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Teaching certification and Master’s degree are not required for this role.

Skills

• Resilience, drive, and a winning mindset.
• Commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
• Total belief in every student’s potential.
• Passion for content and curiosity to grow.
• Receptiveness to feedback as fuel for improvement.
• Public speaking, strategy, data analysis, leadership, and conflict resolution.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna and VSP effective on day one; SA covers 82% of the most popular medical plan (~$9,000 annually).
• $50 cellphone stipend each month ($600 annually).
• Pre‑tax savings accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.
• Free and confidential counseling via Employee Assistance Program and Talkspace.
• Backup care for children and adults; fitness and travel discounts.
• Paid time off during summer break, school vacation weeks, and holidays.
• Generous paid parental leave for new parents.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.
• Quarterly employer contributions to Health Savings Account (HSA) – up to $2,400 per year.
• Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability and group life insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental life, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and legal plans.
• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years; most schools qualify for Teacher Loan Forgiveness after 5 years of teaching.

Pay

Compensation range: $65,000 – $75,000 USD.