Queens Borough

Teaching at Success Academy in Queens

Success Academy is seeking passionate educators to join our network of K-12 charter schools in Queens, committed to providing a rigorous and equitable education to all students. As a teacher, you will engage in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment, supported by extensive training and professional development opportunities.

This role is ideal for those looking to make a significant impact on students' lives while being part of a diverse and vibrant 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 their potential.

At Success Academy, we provide you with extensive training and a proven curriculum so you can focus on working with your students instead of building lesson plans.

Why Teach in Queens?

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

Job Description:

As a teacher in New York City's top-performing network of K-12 charter schools, you will join a team of professionals committed to teaching and preparing children from low-income neighborhoods to be self-assured thinkers and leaders, capable of exploring and debating sophisticated ideas, and ready for college and whatever they set their sights on.

You will engage in lesson planning, classroom management, and student assessment, and have the opportunity to grow as a leader and develop exceptional leadership skills.

Key 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.

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.

Career Advancement and Skill Development:

Success Academy gives you unparalleled opportunities to gain valuable professional skills and advance rapidly with leadership opportunities available both in the classroom and outside.

• 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.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Passion for learning and commitment to student development.
• Ability to work in person in New York City.

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; and
• 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