What are the responsibilities and job description for the Queens Borough position at Success Academy?
Teaching at Success Academy: A Path to Excellence
Succeed as a teacher in New York City's top-performing network of K-12 charter schools. Our commitment to providing a rigorous, whole-child education engages diverse communities and cultivates students' leadership potential.
Join our team of passionate educators who receive extensive training and opportunities for career advancement within a vibrant educational environment.
Why Teach at Success Academy?
- Diverse Communities: Connect with families from all walks of life in Queens, a borough known for its rich diversity.
- Thriving Neighborhoods: Enjoy an unparalleled variety of cuisines, cultural events, and local treasures.
- Accessible Lifestyle: With beautiful parks, libraries, and a 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 Description:
Are you passionate about making an impact? As a teacher in our network, you will join a team of professionals committed to teaching and preparing children from low-income neighborhoods to be self-assured thinkers and leaders.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lesson Planning and Instruction: Study and implement lesson plans that align with curriculum standards.
- Assessment and Evaluation: Assess student progress through assignments, tests, and observations.
- 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.
- Career Advancement and Skill Development: Gain valuable professional skills and advance rapidly with leadership opportunities available both in the classroom and outside.
What We Look For:
- Drive for Excellence: Set ambitious goals for yourself and have never been afraid of putting in the hard work it takes to achieve them.
- Confidence and Presence: Enjoy taking the lead and inspiring others with your passion and commitment.
- Passion for Content: Relish literature, science, history, and/or math and independently seek to deepen your knowledge of subjects that interest you.
- Planning and Organizational Skills: Have experience juggling multiple responsibilities and are able to plan around competing priorities.
- Emotional Intelligence: Have strong instincts for building trusting relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds.
- Learner: Are intellectually curious and are motivated to master new skills.
- Grit and Determination: Are not frustrated by setbacks — you see them as an opportunity for growth.
Compensation:
- Starting From: $65,000.00
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)
Salary : $65,000
