Lead Teacher (Grades k-5) for 2026/27 School Year

Science Academies of NY • Frankfort, NY

8h • $58,000 - $73,000 • Onsite

About The Position

SANY’s Utica Academy of Science Charter Elementary School (UASES) is excited to announce the immediate opening for a Lead Elementary Teacher (Grades K-5) for 2026/27 School Year. We have a great environment for new teachers and encourage experienced teachers to apply! New York State Certification Required.

Requirements

• New York State Certification Required
• Bachelor’s degree required
• Fingerprint clearance through NYS Department of Education
• Growth mindset, flexible and ok with change
• Intrinsically motivated
• Compassionate
• 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

• Master's degree preferred
• Experience with diverse population of students or in an urban setting a plus
• Prior teaching experience preferred and novice teachers encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Provide engaging lesson plans that conform to the charter's curriculum
• Collaborate with staff to determine 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

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 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level