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

Job Description

Job Description

 

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.

We need Teachers who will:

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,y and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities

Have great classroom management

What we can provide

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

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred

Certification Required

Experience with diverse population of students or in an urban setting a plus

Prior teaching experience preferred and novice teachers encouraged to apply!

Fingerprint clearance through NYS Department of Education

Competencies:

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

Want to learn more about our district? Be sure to check out the following link to get a closer look at our schools, hear from our parents and see what our state and community leaders are saying about SANY.

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