What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teaching in NYC position at Success Academy?
Teaching in NYC - No Teaching Experience Required at Success Academy
No prior teaching experience is required, as comprehensive training and a proven curriculum will be provided to focus on student engagement and success.
This is a unique opportunity for recent graduates to launch their careers while making a meaningful impact on children from low-income neighborhoods.
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 welcome you to our community where 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.
About Us
At Success Academy, New York City's top-performing network of K-12 charter schools, we offer an intellectually charged environment where recent graduates like you can grow, lead, and contribute to preparing children from low-income neighborhoods to be confident thinkers and future leaders.
No prior teaching experience or education degree is required. We provide comprehensive training and a proven curriculum, allowing you to focus on engaging and inspiring your students rather than creating lesson plans.
Why Join Our Team?
You'll gain exceptional leadership skills, work collaboratively with a team of professionals, and be part of a movement dedicated to creating profound social impact for children. Success Academy is the ideal place for driven individuals ready to begin a rewarding career immediately after graduation.
Your Role
As a teacher, you will:
- Manage a classroom of 20 scholars.
- Provide timely feedback and support to help students improve.
- Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.
- Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and behavioral issues.
- Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.
- Write letters of recommendation at the middle school and high school level.
- 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.
Requirements
We're looking for candidates who have:
- A bachelor's degree before your first day of work with Success Academy (a background in education is not required).
- The ability to work in person in New York City (a $2500 stipend for qualified relocations).
- A passion for content, planning and organizational skills, emotional intelligence, and a willingness to learn and grow.
What We Offer
We offer a full benefits program, opportunities for professional growth, and a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
