Earth and Space Teacher for 2026/27 Academic Year

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

SANY’s Utica Academy of Science Junior-Senior High School is excited to announce the opening of an Earth and Space Teacher role for the 2026/27 Academic Year.As a result, we are looking for dynamic and creative High School Teachers. 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, 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

What you needQualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred
• Certification Required
• Experience with a diverse population of students or in an urban setting a plus
• Prior teaching experience preferred, and novice teachers encouraged to apply!
• Fingerprint clearance through the 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

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