What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary School Science Teacher position at Success Academy?
Elementary School Science Teacher
Fostering critical thinkers from diverse backgrounds, using a proven curriculum and extensive training, is the role of an Elementary School Science Teacher at Success Academy.
This position involves engaging students in scientific thinking and curiosity while preparing them for future academic success.
The teaching environment is intellectually charged, where you can make an impact and join a team of professionals committed to teaching and preparing children from low-income neighborhoods.
At Success Academy, our Science program ignites a passion in scholars for scientific thinking and curiosity.
Scholars engage flexibly with different scientific disciplines, compelling them to see engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, and biology as all interdependent.
A background in education is not required; instead, we provide extensive training and a proven curriculum so you can focus on working with your students.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
- Sharpen your communication skills and develop strong relationships with students, families, and peers.
- Become a skilled problem solver and tackle challenges in and out of the classroom.
- Learn to assess and analyze data to chart student growth and achievement.
- Engage in professional development opportunities with school leaders.
- Grow as a leader and potentially become an assistant principal or transition to our network office.
Qualifications:
- A bachelor's degree before starting work at Success Academy.
- A rigorous and relevant academic major (e.g., biology, chemistry, physics, engineering).
- Ability to work in person in New York City (stipend available for qualified relocations).
- Supervise a classroom of 20 students.
We Look For:
- Drive for Excellence: Set ambitious goals and achieve them through hard work.
- Confidence and Presence: Inspire others with your passion and commitment.
- Passion for Content: Relish literature, science, history, and/or math, and deepen your knowledge independently.
- Planning and Organizational Skills: Juggle multiple responsibilities and plan around competing priorities.
- Emotional Intelligence: Build trusting relationships with people from diverse backgrounds.
- Learner: Master new skills and welcome feedback and coaching.
- Grit and Determination: Grow from setbacks and see them as opportunities for growth.
Compensation:
$65,000.00We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization.
Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
Salary : $65,000
