To be considered for this role, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree before starting first day of work with Success Academy - a background in education is not required.
Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! 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 would love to welcome you to our 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 57 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.
Hiring for School Year 2025-26!
At Success Academy, we don’t just hire teachers, we build them. You don’t need a background in education to launch your career with us. Whether you’re an athlete, engineer, artist, chess champion, or math whiz, we’ll equip you with the tools, training, and world-class coaching to thrive in the classroom and beyond.
Why Success Academy?
More than the highest-performing K-12 charter school network in NYC, Success Academy is a launchpad for careers of significance. Our teachers don’t just show up, they redefine what’s possible for their students and themselves.
What We Look For:
Resilience, drive, and a winning mindset: You’ll be challenged. You’ll be coached. You’ll grow. Every day is a chance to push through limits and raise the bar.
A commitment to excellence: You execute a proven playbook. You plan ahead, stay organized, and sweat the details because excellence lives in the little things. You believe structure and consistency create space for kids to thrive, and you don’t cut corners.
Total belief in every student: You’ll never settle for average – not in yourself, not in your students. Here, we 100% commit to getting 100% of our kids into 4-year colleges.
Passion for content and curiosity to grow: You love learning, and it shows. Whether it's literature, math, science, or art, you bring genuine enthusiasm to your subject and a hunger to keep getting better. Feedback isn't just accepted – it’s fuel.
Here’s What You’ll Get:
A mission with meaning: You’ll play a critical role in shaping the futures of young people and helping them reach their full potential.
Skills that set you apart: Build essential skills like public speaking, strategy, data analysis, leadership, and conflict resolution.
World-class coaching and development: No education background? No problem. We’ll train you—hard—and elevate you even harder.
Key Responsibilities:
Lesson Planning and Instruction:
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.
Communication and Collaboration:
Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and behavioral issues.
Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.
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)
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.
Compensation Range
$65,000 - $65,000 USD
Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Learn more about our philosophy, benefits, and team at our Working Here page.
Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment-based immigration sponsorship.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $65,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
95 Pine Street, Manhattan, 10005, New York
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