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High School Teacher, AP Physics

Success Academy Charter Schools, New York, NY, United States


Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast-growing, and high‑performing network of public charter schools takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have 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 our doors a fair shot at reaching their potential.

Hiring for School Year 2026-27!
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, coached, and grow every day.

A commitment to excellence: You execute a proven playbook, plan ahead, stay organized, and sweat the details.

Total belief in every student: You’ll never settle for average and commit to getting 100% of our kids into 4‑year colleges.

Passion for content and curiosity to grow: You love learning, bring enthusiasm to your subject, and view feedback as fuel.

Here’s What You’ll Get

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.

Health & Wellbeing that Starts Day One

Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna and VSP — effective on your first day. SA covers 82% of our most popular medical insurance plan, about $9,000 annually.

Employees receive a $50 cellphone stipend every month ($600 annually).

Pre‑tax savings accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.

Free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and Talkspace.

Backup care for children and adults, fitness and travel discounts.

Time to Recharge

Enjoy paid time off during summer break, school vacation weeks, and holidays.

Generous paid parental leave for new parents.

Accelerated Growth & Recognition

Intensive training, ongoing coaching, and leadership pathways—most teachers are promoted to leadership positions on average within three years.

Salary growth that provides significant yearly % increases, with opportunities to increase earning potential through performance‑based incentives.

An employee recognition program that offers opportunities for awards and acknowledgment.

Financial Security for Your Future

403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.

Quarterly employer contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) — up to $2,400/year.

Income protection through employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, and group life insurance coverage.

Voluntary supplemental life insurance, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and legal plans.

All roles qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness after 10 years; most schools are eligible for Teacher Loan Forgiveness after 5 years of teaching.

Exact Compensation May Vary Based On Skills And Experience.
Compensation Range: $65,000 - $75,000 USD

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.

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.

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment‑based immigration sponsorship.

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