Science Teacher

United Charter Schools • New York, NY

11h • Onsite

About The Position

United Charter High Schools (UCHS) is seeking a Science Teacher who deeply believes in students and their own continued growth. This role involves planning and delivering rigorous, standards-aligned instruction, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and problem-solving skills. The ideal candidate will use data to inform instruction, build structured, joyful, and academically demanding classrooms, and cultivate authentic relationships with students and families. UCHS is a high-performing network of seven public charter high schools serving approximately 2,000 students across the Bronx, Brooklyn, and Queens, committed to ensuring all students graduate prepared for college, career, and a 21st-century economy.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• NYS teaching certification (or working toward certification)
• Commitment to equitable outcomes for all students
• Belief that rigorous academics and strong relationships are inseparable
• Reflective — you seek feedback, analyze your impact, and continuously refine your craft.
• A learner — you approach teaching with curiosity and humility.
• Deeply student-centered — you genuinely care about students’ success and well-being.
• Willing to try new ideas — you innovate thoughtfully and take calculated risks to improve learning.
• Collaborative — you believe we learn better when we learn together.
• Resilient and solutions-oriented — you stay grounded in purpose, even when challenges arise.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, and problem solving
• Use data to inform instruction and adjust practice
• Build classrooms that are structured, joyful, and academically demanding
• Build authentic relationships with students and families
• Create inclusive learning environments where all students feel seen and valued
• Support students’ academic and personal growth
• Engage in ongoing reflection and feedback cycles
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve curriculum and instruction
• Participate fully in professional learning and team planning
• Contribute to a culture of shared responsibility and continuous improvement

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Health, dental, vision insurance
• FSA/HSA
• 8% employer 403(b) contribution
• Ongoing coaching and professional development

What This Job Offers

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