What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher position at Success Academy?
Science Teacher - Elementary School at Success Academy
As a Science Teacher at Success Academy's elementary schools in New York City, you will inspire and prepare students from low-income neighborhoods for academic success.
Passionate about teaching and scientific inquiry, you'll foster critical thinking and curiosity in young minds while developing your leadership skills and professional expertise.
We develop our scholars as citizens of science, empowering them to engage creatively, critically, and meaningfully with the world around them.
A background in education is not required. At Success Academy, we provide you with extensive training and a proven curriculum.
Job Description
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.
- Engage in professional development opportunities with school leaders.
- 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 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).
- Supervise a classroom of 20 students.
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. You welcome feedback and coaching that will help you achieve your goals;
- Grit and Determination: You are not frustrated by setbacks — you see them as an opportunity for growth.
Starting From: $65,000.00
Salary : $65,000
