High School Earth Science Teacher (PA I HS)

Harlem Children's Zone; New York (NY); On-site; USD 71,000 - 146,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Health insurance

Sign-on bonus

Loan forgiveness

Retirement plan (403b)

Bonuses

Job summary

Harlem Children’s Zone Promise Academy I High School in New York is seeking a High School Earth Science Teacher to design standards-aligned lessons and foster curiosity, guiding students toward college readiness.

Required: NYS Science Certification for Grades 5-9 or 7-12, a Bachelor’s degree, and at least two years of urban classroom experience. Competitive benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Science (Grades 5-9 or 7-12) required.
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in an urban school setting.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans fostering curiosity and mastery.
• Assess progress using exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction.
• Establish high academic and behavioral standards to motivate students.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands-on projects, and group activities.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
• Build relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster trust and academic success.

Education

Bachelor's degree

New York State Teaching Certification in Science (Grades 5-9 or 7-12)

Tools

Smartboards

Tablets

Laptop provided

Job description

Job Details:

Position: High School Earth Science Teacher

School: Promise Academy I High School

Location: 245 W. 129th street New York, NY 10027

Harlem Children’s Zone (HCZ) Promise Academy – top-performing K-12 charter schools within HCZ’s cradle-to-career pathway of comprehensive services – seeks a Science Teacher!

The Science Teacher will bring a passion for the goal of HCZ Promise Academy: to get all our scholars to and through college. The ideal candidate cares deeply about children, respects the culture of Harlem’s residents, and is eager to make an impact in our community and beyond.

For more information, check out Want to Work at Promise Academy? Here’s 7 Things You Need to Know.

Position Overview:

• Design and implement dynamic, standards-aligned lesson plans that inspire curiosity and foster mastery of grade-level content.
• Assess student progress using a variety of methods—exams, projects, and written work to personalize instruction and ensure continuous growth.
• Establish and maintain high academic and behavioral standards, motivating all students to achieve their best.
• Utilize diverse teaching strategies, including direct instruction, hands‑on projects, and group activities, to engage and challenge students.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants and fellow educators to meet individual student needs and create a supportive learning community.
• Build strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues to foster a culture of trust, communication, and academic success.

Teacher Schedule:

• Monday – Friday, 7:40am – 4:00pm

• 10-month school year with optional summer opportunities for additional pay

• Bachelor’s degree
• Valid New York State Teaching Certification in Science (Grades 5-9 or 7-12) required
• Minimum of 2 years teaching experience in an urban school setting

We’re passionate about hiring outstanding teachers who are dedicated to helping our scholars thrive. In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package because we believe our teachers deserve it!

Our benefits include:

• Generous paid time off, including sick and personal days
• No-cost health insurance (medical, dental, and vision)
• $6,000 sign‑on bonus for certified teachers
• Up to $30,000 in student loan forgiveness
• 403(b) retirement plan
• Annual and performance‑based bonuses

Additionally, teachers receive a personal laptop, access to Smartboards and tablets, and biweekly professional development. Our educators are supported by a dedicated team of academic coaches, deans, guidance counselors, and social workers, all committed to your success and that of our scholars.

The Earth Science Teacher salary ranges from $71,268 - $145,714. Salaries are determined based on years of relevant experience, certification, and education level.

Harlem Children’s Zone is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.