High School STEM Teacher (Math & Science)

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter School

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 65,000 - 95,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

403(b)

403(b) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Health savings account

Paid time off

Parental leave

Professional development assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter Schools in Elmhurst, NY seeks an HS STEM Teacher (Math & Science) to teach 9th–12th grade students. The role focuses on rigorous math and science instruction, aligned with Common Core, plus ongoing assessments and engaging learning experiences.

The position is full-time, on-site at Forte Prep High School, opening Fall 2026, with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 403(b) matching, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, and devices

Qualifications

Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning in Math and Science
Maintain high academic and personal expectations for all students
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues

Responsibilities

Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning, with a focus on Math and Science
Ensure lessons are rigorous, clear, measurable, and aligned with Common Core State Standards
Develop and use a variety of assessments that measure student progress toward standards
Maintain an organized classroom environment
Ensure students master grade-level standards
Provide high expectations and monitor student progress
Incorporate direct instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work
Follow school policies for student conduct and discipline
Develop clear evaluation criteria and share with students
Share responsibility for grade level and school-wide activities
Inspire a sense of JOY in learning

Skills

Math teaching

Science teaching

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Job description

Position: HS STEM Teacher (Math & Science)

Location: Elmhurst, NY

About Forte Preparatory Academy

Forte Preparatory Academy is a college preparatory charter school serving students in Queens, New York. Our mission is to prepare all students to graduate from college and lead lives of purpose. We believe that rigorous academics, strong literacy instruction, and a deep engagement with history and literature are essential to that mission.

Our new Forte Prep High School, located at 78-02 Queens Blvd in Elmhurst, is an intelligently designed 60,000 sq. ft, 6-story tall building, open to natural light and outfitted with over 25 spacious classrooms and offices, a full-sized gymnasium, a rooftop athletic field, and a robust library and media center. It is located less than half a mile away from the middle school and is easily accessible by our established school community. This new building will be opening in the Fall of 2026 and will be home to our current 9th - 12th grade cohort, bringing together what was previously two separate cohorts in Glendale. It will also be a new home for events and sports for our greater community - we aim to open our gymnasium and rooftop athletic field to local classes and events, grounding the new Forte Prep High School as a true community partner in our neighborhood.

Who We Are:

Forte Prep Academy High School is a new 9th through 12th grade college preparatory, tuition-free public charter school for Queens, New York, with a focus on serving the Jackson Heights, Elmhurst and Corona communities. Our mission is: Through a relentless pursuit of academic, community, and personal excellence, Forte Prep Academy Charter Schools equip all students to become the next generation of leaders in Queens and beyond.

We do this work because 77% of high school graduates in our neighborhood are unprepared for the academic rigor of college.

We do this work so that these students can beat the odds stacked against them and change those odds forever.

Our commitments are as follows:

We are committed to preparation for high school, college and beyond. We are committed to unlocking potential in every student.

We are committed to excellent teaching and learning.

We are committed to diversity and seek to reflect and honor the diversity of our community within the walls of our school.

We are committed to an intentional school culture ensuring that everything we do that supports a student's success beyond high school are built and maintained, grade by grade, year to year.

We are committed to parents/families.

This is where you come in.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning, with a focus on Math and Science
Ensure lessons are rigorous, clear, measurable, and aligned with Common Core State Standards
Develop and use a variety of assessments (e.g., exams, written work, and public performances) that frequently measure student progress toward the school’s content and skill standards
Maintain an organized classroom environment that facilitates learning
Ensure that students master grade-level standards
Maintain and communicate high academic and personal expectations for all students
Incorporate direct instruction, discussion, projects and cooperative work to engage students, keep classes focused and infuse a lasting desire to learn
Follow the school’s policies and procedures for student conduct and discipline, and refuse to tolerate classroom disruptions
Develop clear evaluation criteria and distribute to students prior to assignments
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Share responsibility for grade level and school-wide activities
Remind students of the JOY that is found in a great educational experience

Compensation

Salary range is $65,000 - 95,000 commensurate with your experience. Forte Prep Academy High School employees are provided with a benefits package that includes medical, vision, and dental insurance, 403 B matching, parental leave, tuition reimbursement, a smartphone, and a laptop.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Forte Preparatory Academy Charter Schools are committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $ 65 - 95k per year

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