Upper School AP Psychology Teacher (Part-Time)

The Quad Preparatory School•New York, NY

2d•$65,000 - $89,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Quad Preparatory School is seeking an Upper School AP Psychology Teacher for a part-time position, with an immediate opening for the 2026-27 school year. Quad Prep is dedicated to transforming the lives of neurodiverse, twice-exceptional individuals by redefining the school experience. The school is accredited by the New York State Association of Independent Schools (NYSAIS) and is committed to creating challenging and engaging learning experiences, seeking diverse perspectives, and continuously refining best practices in neurodiverse education. The school actively seeks to advance diversity through its programs and hiring. Quad Prep offers a collaborative and joyful culture, deep professional learning opportunities, and a supportive work environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in psychology, psychology education, or related field
At least one year of Psychology teaching experience at the middle or high school level
Love for working with adolescents and pre-adolescents
Strong knowledge and appreciation of Psychology
Desire and ability to work with students with special needs
Lesson planning and the ability to provide engaging and differentiated instruction
Ability to connect with middle and high school-aged children
Effective oral and written communication
A solid understanding of middle and high school-aged children’s academic, social, and emotional development
Attention to detail
Maintaining confidentiality and privacy
Ethical conduct
Time management and the ability to multitask
Teamwork and collaboration
Patience and flexibility

Nice To Haves

At least three years experience as a full-time middle or high school Psychology teacher.
Master’s degree in education, psychology, psychology education, or a related field.
Special education training, including training in the areas of gifted education and twice-exceptional youth.

Responsibilities

Provide academic instruction and social-emotional support to students in collaboration with clinicians.
Plan and implement high-quality, engaging lessons in Psychology that are differentiated to meet the learning needs of the students.
Regularly assess the students and the curriculum, adapting content and instruction as appropriate; communicating assessment results to parents.
Subscribe to and implement the school’s philosophy of progressive and personalized education for twice-exceptional children.
Collaborate with the psychosocial teachers in planning and implementing an integrated program for executive functioning within the academic curriculum.
Collaborate with other members of the science department.
Teach electives, if needed.
Create and maintain an orderly and aesthetic learning environment that accounts for students’ social, emotional, and executive functioning needs.
Maintain accurate records using both the learning management systems Veracross/Google Classroom as well as carefully managed portfolios of student work to illustrate and record progress and achievement.
Empower students to take charge of their learning by providing all necessary scaffolding, modeling, materials, and resources, and consistently maintaining a high level of expectation for student success.
Collaborate with other academic staff and psychosocial staff members to plan, integrate, and facilitate cross-curricular, inquiry-based projects.
Communicate with parents and guardians to provide feedback on pupils’ academic and social-emotional progress through parent-teacher conferences, written reports, phone calls, and emails.
Follow the professional code and policies of the school and conduct oneself in a way that promotes the mission of the school.
Utilize Google Suite, in particular Google Drive, Classroom, Docs, and Sheets.
Attend all faculty and staff meetings, professional development sessions, and required special events (e.g., open houses, Curriculum Night, Carnivale).
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision
Student Loan repayment
Retirement Plan contribution
Group Life Plan
Disability Insurance
Generous Parental Leave
Professional development opportunities
First Year Support Program
Leadership Development Institute
Full tuition waiver for annual Certificate Program in Meeting the Needs of Twice-Exceptional Students
Staff wellness groups
Social events