Queens Borough

Queens Borough - Entry Level to Experienced Teaching at Success Academy

Success Academy is seeking passionate educators to join our top-performing network of K-12 charter schools in Queens, New York. We provide extensive training and a supportive environment to help teachers inspire students from diverse backgrounds to reach their full potential.

In this role, you will implement lesson plans, assess student progress, and collaborate with staff to create an inclusive learning community.

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy. Running the largest, fastest-growing, and highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City takes a village—families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We would love to welcome you to our community.

We work tirelessly every day to ensure each child in NYC has 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 the doors of one of our 53 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

Job Description

Why Teach in Queens?

• Diverse Communities: Queens is known for its rich diversity, offering a unique opportunity to connect with families from all walks of life.
• Thriving Neighborhoods: Enjoy an unparalleled variety of cuisines, cultural events, and local treasures.
• Accessible Lifestyle: With its beautiful parks, libraries, and thriving arts scene, Queens is an ideal place to work and unwind.
• Close to Manhattan: Benefit from easy access to the heart of NYC while enjoying the charm and space of Queens.

Job Responsibilities:

Lesson Planning and Instruction:

• 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.

Assessment and Evaluation:

• 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.

Classroom Management:

• Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures to maintain a productive learning environment.

Communication and Collaboration:

• Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and behavioral issues.
• Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.

Career Advancement and Skill Development:

• Sharpen your communication skills and develop strong, meaningful relationships with students, their families, and your peers and mentors.
• Become a highly skilled problem solver able to tackle challenges in and out of the classroom.
• Learn to assess and analyze data to chart your students' growth and achievement, and tailor your own teaching methods accordingly.
• Engage in professional development opportunities with school leaders to benefit from targeted, in-the-moment feedback and coaching to improve your performance.
• Have the opportunity to grow as a leader and ultimately a leader of the entire grade team.

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 ($2500 stipend for qualified relocations).

What We Look For:

• Drive for Excellence: You set ambitious goals for yourself and have never been afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve them;
• Confidence and Presence: You enjoy taking the lead and inspiring others with your passion and commitment;
• Passion for Content: You relish literature, science, history, and/or math and independently seek to deepen your knowledge of subjects that interest you;
• Planning and Organizational Skills: You have experience juggling multiple responsibilities and are able to plan around competing priorities;
• Emotional Intelligence: You have strong instincts for building trusting relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds;
• Learner: You are intellectually curious and are motivated to master new skills;
• Grit and Determination: You are not frustrated by setbacks — you see them as an opportunity for growth.

Compensation:

• Starting From: $65,000.00

Salary : $65,000