NY Middle School Math Teacher (2026-2027) New York

Achievement First; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 66,000 - 113,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) with match

Paid Family Leave

Job summary

Achievement First in New York is seeking a NY Middle School Math Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. You will deliver rigorous math instruction, cultivate a love of learning, and uphold AF’s commitment to equity and student growth.

You’ll collaborate with coaches and colleagues, use interim assessment data to tailor instruction, and participate in ongoing professional development. A NY teaching certificate or in-progress status is required, with competitive salary opportunities described.

Qualifications

• K-12 teaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree with GPA ≥ 3.0; Master’s degree preferred.
• New York teaching certification or in progress.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive, achievement-oriented classroom environment.
• Partner with families to support student success.
• Use interim assessment data to drive instruction and intervention.
• Plan and implement unit and lesson plans with grade or subject teams.
• Model Achievement First's core values with students and families.

Skills

Classroom management

Planning & organization

Feedback receptiveness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

NY teaching certification or in progress

Job description

NY Middle School Math Teacher (2026-2027)

New York

School Year: 26-27

Teaching at Achievement First:

Achievement First invites you to apply for a teaching role! This is an exciting opportunity for teachers dedicated to delivering exceptional instruction while continually growing in their craft. At AF, you'll be part of a vibrant, supportive community where professional development, collaborative planning, and personalized coaching from school leaders are a part of your weekly experience.

In this role, you won't just be preparing students for college and career—you'll be inspiring them to lead lives of purpose, leadership, and impact. You'll create a learning culture in which scholars can discover their fullest potential and become agents of change, making a difference within their communities and beyond.

At AF, we believe in nurturing the whole child, setting high academic standards, and fostering a classroom environment where students thrive both intellectually and emotionally—and can be their authentic selves. Together, we are building a more just and equitable world, one classroom at a time.

Join us, and be part of a team that is transforming lives through the power of education.

Responsibilities of an Achievement First Teacher will include but are not limited to:

Outstanding academic achievement and personal development

• Create a positive, achievement-oriented and structured learning environment that excites and invests students to reach ambitious goals.
• Build classroom community by partnering with families to facilitate children’s academic success and personal development.
• Utilize data from Achievement First’s interim assessments to drive instruction and intervention.
• Implement unit and lesson plans with the grade or subject team.
• Exemplify AF’s core values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.

Professional learning, development and growth

• Collaborate with coach, grade-level chair and school team to improve instructional, culture-building and leadership skills.
• Attend all professional development, team planning and data analysis meetings.

Skills and Characteristics

• Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
• High level of personal organization and planning.
• Embraces feedback as an opportunity for growth, openly listening and reflecting on input from others.

Educational Background and Work Experience

• Experience working with K-12 students, with two years of teaching experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree with a GPA of at least 3.0; Master’s degree preferred.
• If your GPA is between 2.5 and 3.0, you may submit additional recommendations to be considered.
• New York certified or in the process of obtaining a certification.
• Employees at Achievement First are provided with a competitive salary. Our salaries are set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s skills, education, and years of experience relevant to the role. Teacher salaries in NY range from $66,000-$113,198.
• As a regular full time employee of Achievement First, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and paid Family Leave.

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that values diversity. People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Spanish language proficiency is a plus. You can learn more about diversity at Achievement First here: http://achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/

AF is interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to sponsor visas. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire. Also, please note this employer participates in E-Verify.

Achievement First is an equal opportunity employer and an organization that deeply values diversity. Achievement First provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Achievement First complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the organization is located. Achievement First expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

People from all diverse backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply. Learn more about diversity and inclusiveness at Achievement First here:

http://www.achievementfirst.org/about-us/diversity/.

We request that in addition to your application, you consider providing demographic information below. Completion of this information is completely voluntary and is not a requirement of employment. Any information you choose to provide will be treated as personal and confidential and will be kept separate from your application for employment. Additionally, as an equal opportunity employer and, consistent with applicable law, Achievement First provides reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in job application procedures. If you have difficulty using our online system and need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use this phone number to reach out and request that accommodation: 718.623.2660