Public High School Psychology Teacher

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy! Running a large, fast‑growing, and high‑performing network of public charter schools takes a village – families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We are growing fast in New York and expanding to Florida, and we would love to welcome you to our community! We work tirelessly every day to ensure children have access to a fun, rigorous, whole‑child education regardless of zip code or economic status. Hiring for School Year 2026‑27!

At Success Academy, we don’t just hire teachers, we build them. You don’t need a background in education to launch your career with us. Whether you’re an athlete, engineer, artist, chess champion, or math whiz, we’ll equip you with the tools, training, and world‑class coaching to thrive in the classroom and beyond.

Why Success Academy?

More than the highest‑performing K‑12 charter school network in NYC, Success Academy is a launchpad for careers of significance. Our teachers don’t just show up, they redefine what’s possible for their students and themselves.

Teaching certification and Master's degrees are not required for this role.

You believe structure and consistency create space for kids to thrive, and you don’t cut corners.

Here, we 100% commit to getting 100% of our kids into 4‑year colleges.

Passion for content and curiosity to grow: Whether it’s literature, math, science, or art, you bring genuine enthusiasm to your subject and a hunger to keep getting better. You’ll play a critical role in shaping the futures of young people and helping them reach their full potential.

Build essential skills like public speaking, strategy, data analysis, leadership, and conflict resolution.

World‑class coaching and development : No education background? Lesson Planning and Instruction

Manage a classroom of 20+ scholars.

Provide timely feedback and support to help students improve.

Maintain accurate records of student performance and progress.

Communicate regularly with students, parents, and guardians regarding academic progress and behavioral issues.

Collaborate with other teachers, staff, and administration to support student success.

A bachelor’s degree before your first day of work with Success Academy (a background in education is not required).

At Success Academy, we invest boldly in our teachers through exceptional pay growth, comprehensive health and wellness benefits, and career pathways that enable you to advance into leadership within an average of three years!

Medical, dental, and vision coverage through Cigna and VSP — effective on your first day. SA covers 82% of our most popular medical insurance plan, or about $9,000 annually, towards your medical, dental, and vision coverage.

Pre‑tax savings accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.

Free and confidential counseling through our Employee Assistance Program and Talkspace.

Backup care for children and adults, fitness and travel discounts.

Enjoy paid time off during summer break, school vacation weeks, and holidays.

Intensive training, ongoing coaching, and leadership pathways – most teachers are promoted to leadership positions on average within three years.

Salary growth that provides significant yearly % increases, with opportunities to increase earning potential through performance‑based incentives.

Financial Security for Your Future

403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match.

Quarterly employer contributions to your Health Savings Account (HSA) – up to $2,400/year.

Income protection through employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, and group life insurance coverage.

Voluntary supplemental life insurance, accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, and legal plans.

most schools are eligible for Teacher Loan Forgiveness after 5 years of teaching.

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We actively seek applications from people of all backgrounds to strengthen our community and the perspectives needed to flourish in a multicultural world. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

Success Academy Charter Schools does not offer employment‑based immigration sponsorship.

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