[2025-2026] Science Teacher - Middle School

NYC Public Schools; New York (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Public Schools is seeking a passionate Science Teacher for Middle School to join their team. This position involves teaching a college preparatory curriculum, assessing student progress, and fostering a team-oriented environment. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, NYS certification, and a commitment to educational excellence.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Generous time-off including school vacations

Parental leave

Employee incentives and professional development funds

Qualifications

• Must possess strong interpersonal skills and a passion for education.
• Certification in subject area preferred; previous teaching experience is required.
• Strong desire to be part of a mission-driven team.

Responsibilities

• Teach a rigorous college preparatory curriculum combining school and state standards.
• Assess student progress and communicate with families and colleagues.
• Provide individual or small group instruction as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to motivate

Use of data to drive decisions

Commitment to professional growth

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York State teacher certification

At least two years of teaching experience

Job description

[2025-2026] Science Teacher - Middle School

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Job Description

**Position Overview:**

KIPP NYC is looking for teachers who combine the ability to motivate and educate, to develop academic as well as character skills, and to make a college preparatory education relevant both now and for the future.

Duties And Responsibilities

**General responsibilities include (but are not limited to):**

• Teaching a rigorous college preparatory curriculum which combines the school’s standards and the New York State standards
• Teaching students in a high-quality, exciting way
• Committing to constant professional and personal growth through working closely as part of a team of teachers
• Using data to drive decisions
• Constantly assessing student progress, and communicating results to families and colleagues
• Providing individual or small group instruction for students who need additional assistance
• Modeling a “whatever it takes” spirit ensures that each student succeeds.
• Modeling the school’s values in all communications with students, families, and staff
  
  

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills that contribute to a collegial working environment and a healthy measure of the character traits we value: zest, grit, hope, love, social intelligence, gratitude, and a sense of humor.
• At least two years of teaching experience is strongly preferred
• New York State teacher certification in the appropriate content area is strongly preferred
• Bachelor’s degree required
• A passion for being part of a team-oriented, mission-driven school culture
• A strong desire to become a better teacher by joining the KIPP NYC team and family
• Demonstrated success in raising the achievement levels of students within our KIPP NYC communities
  
  

Additional Information

KIPP NYC offers a competitive salary ranging from $70,829 - $142,270 per year. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience relevant to the role, NYS initial or professional certification, and longevity within the KIPP network. KIPP NYC will evaluate a candidate’s years of experience, certification, and longevity at point of hire to determine the step/level a new hire will be placed within our teacher salary scale.

KIPP NYC offers a generous benefits package including, but not limited to, the following:

• Robust benefits that include medical, dental, and vision.
• Generous Time-Off including 5 school vacation weeks, sick and personal days, and an extended summer break.
• Up to 12 weeks 100% parental leave.
• Bright Horizon Back-up Child and Elder care.
• Employer paid Life Insurance and Short term/Long term disability.
• Employee incentives including 8 Weeks paid Sabbatical after 10 years, annual professional development funds, and tuition reimbursement.
  
  

_ **This description is intended to describe the type of work being performed by a person assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required by the employee.**_

_ **This role is based in NYC and will require travel to our schools. If you relocate outside of a commutable distance or out of the state of NY, your employment will be subject to review, which may include separation from KIPP NYC. You must notify HR if you move or have plans to relocate.**_

_ **KIPP NYC LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. KIPP NYC LLC is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.**_

_ **KIPP NYC LLC does not offer visa sponsorship or work authorization.**_

_ **KIPP NYC LLC is an anti-racist organization that believes in the importance of being diverse, equitable, and inclusive. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment that includes employees with diverse backgrounds and experiences. We believe that enables us to better meet our mission and values while serving students and families throughout New York City.**_

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education and Training

• Industries

  Primary and Secondary Education

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