High School Teacher, AP Physics

Success Academy Charter Schools•Brooklyn, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 his or her 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.

Requirements

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.

Nice To Haves

Teaching certification and Master's degrees are not required for this role.

Responsibilities

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.
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.
Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures to maintain a productive learning environment.
Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and behavioral issues.
Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna and VSP — effective on your first day.
SA covers 82% of our most popular medical insurance plan, or about $9,000 annually, towards your medical, dental, and vision coverage.
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.
Enjoy paid time off during summer break, school vacation weeks, and holidays
Generous paid parental leave for new parents.
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.
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.