Computer Science Teacher (Grades 6-12) for 2026/27 School Year
About The Position
SANY’s Utica Academy of Science Charter School Junior-Senior High School is excited to announce an opening for a Computer Science Teacher (Grades 6-12) for the 2026/27 school year. As a result, we are looking for dynamic and creative Teachers. We have a great environment for new teachers and encourage experienced teachers to apply! New York State Certification preferred. We need Teachers who will: Provide engaging lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum Collaborate with staff to determine the charter requirements for the instructional goals, objectives, and methods Be ready to prepare students for the standardized tests relevant to the content area Have excellent content knowledge and pedagogy Welcome the use of analytics and data to help drive instruction and promote learning Appreciate regular feedback, accountability, and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities Have great classroom management
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred
- Certification preferred
- Fingerprint clearance through the NYS Department of Education
- Growth mindset, flexible and ok with change
- Intrinsically motivated
- Compassionate
- A strong conviction that all students can succeed
- The ability to take feedback well and immediately implement
- Comfortable with the use of data and analytics to help drive instruction and promote learning
Nice To Haves
- Experience with a diverse population of students or in an urban setting is a plus
- Prior teaching experience is preferred and novice teachers are encouraged to apply!
Responsibilities
- Provide engaging lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum
- Collaborate with staff to determine the charter requirements for the instructional goals, objectives, and methods
- Prepare students for the standardized tests relevant to the content area
- Have excellent content knowledge and pedagogy
- Welcome the use of analytics and data to help drive instruction and promote learning
- Appreciate regular feedback, accountability, and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities
- Have great classroom management
Benefits
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, employee assistance program, and more!
- Enrollment in the NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or 403b employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive salary (based on the pay scale, experience, and education)
- Professional development opportunities. Coaches and mentors in every building!
- Regular use and integration of technology in our classrooms and throughout our school, including SMARTboards, IPADs, Chromebooks, internet, and apps
- Additional compensation bonus for 3 years of related lead teacher experience and/or certification!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
