What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher position at Success Academy?
Empower elementary school students in New York City with a rigorous, engaging education focused on scientific thinking and curiosity as a Science Teacher at Success Academy. The role emphasizes teaching children from low-income neighborhoods, fostering their critical thinking, and preparing them for future leadership roles.
The Science program ignites a passion in scholars for scientific thinking and curiosity, developing them as citizens of science who engage creatively, critically, and meaningfully with the world around them.
Scholars engage flexibly with different scientific disciplines, compelling them to see engineering, physics, mathematics, chemistry, and biology as all interdependent.
We place a strong emphasis on scientific literacy, with special attention to reading, writing, and data literacy.
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.
You will have unparalleled opportunities to gain valuable professional skills and advance rapidly with leadership opportunities available both in the classroom and outside.
We are looking for great minds with the drive to develop exceptional leadership skills, the collaborative spirit to elevate our learning community, and the passion to put their knowledge to work for profound social impact on behalf of children.
You will learn to assess and analyze data to chart your students' growth and achievement, and tailor your own teaching methods accordingly.
You will engage in professional development opportunities with school leaders to benefit from targeted, in-the-moment feedback and coaching to improve your performance.
A bachelor's degree before your first day of work with Success Academy
A rigorous and relevant academic major (i.e., biology, chemistry, physics, engineering)
Ability to work in person in New York City ($2500 stipend for qualified relocations)
Prior experience juggling multiple responsibilities and planning around competing priorities
Strong instincts for building trusting relationships with people from a wide range of backgrounds
Welcome to feedback and coaching that will help you achieve your goals
