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. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through our doors a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.
About the Role
Success Academy is hiring an Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to own our core People programs, sharpen everyday HR operations, and serve as a trusted advisor to our Network Office leaders - including regular, direct interaction with executive-level stakeholders on their toughest talent challenges.
Reporting directly to the Leader, People, and in close collaboration with the Head of People and Chief People Officer, this role will put you at the center of our talent and workforce strategy, with a direct line into how senior leadership makes decisions. You won’t manage a team - you’ll own major HR projects end-to-end, influence executive thinking, fix what is broken, and continuously improve our talent management. If you like independent ownership, high-visibility work, and turning messy processes into clean ones, this role is built for you.
- Success Academy is the country’s highest-performing, fastest-growing public charter school network - a best-in-class, disruptive innovator that delivers complex services and solutions for 2,500 employees, 59 schools in NYC, with 5 more opening in Florida in 2027.
- We move fast, own outcomes early, and back people who experiment, learn, and continuously improve - individuals who are gritty with a high standard of excellence thrive here.
- You’ll get hands-on ownership, direct mentorships, and a front-row seat to how a high-performing organization actually runs.
- Your work here would absolutely improve the lives of real families. If you want to do something that actually matters, this is it.
Key Responsibilities
- Own Core HR Programs: Lead compensation cycles, talent reviews, engagement surveys, and exit trend analysis – with findings presented directly to senior leadership.
- Advise Senior Leaders: Serve as a go-to strategic partner for Network Office executives on employee-relations issues, bringing clear data and sharp recommendations to the table.
- Shape Talent Strategy: Surface workforce trends and insights that directly inform executive decision-making on hiring, performance, and retention.
- Simplify Operations: Remove bottlenecks, retire outdated tools, and keep everyday HR processes running smoothly.
- Drive Alignment: Communicate proactively across teams, keep work on track, and meet deadlines.
- Own Outcomes: Act with transparency, learn fast from mistakes, and adapt quickly when priorities shift.
Qualifications
- 5–7+ years of HR experience, with experience managing HR programs, employee relations, or workforce data analysis.
- Hands-on experience with HR systems (Workday HCM required) and spreadsheet/data tools (Excel, Tableau, or similar).
- Track record of running cross-functional projects independently, start to finish.
- Solid understanding of core HR practices, labor laws, and team dynamics.
- Bachelor's degree.
Competencies
- Practical Problem-Solving: Diagnoses root causes and builds solutions that last.
- Self-Starter: Spot issues early, tackles tough challenges directly, and delivers solid work.
- Direct & Collaborative: Builds trust through honesty and helps the team continuously improve to achieve their goals.
Compensation, Benefits & Perks
At Success Academy, we invest boldly in our Network team with a comprehensive package designed to support your health, financial future, and overall well-being:
- Day-One Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting your first day (SA covers 82% of our core medical plan), plus a free One Medical membership and confidential mental health support via EAP/Talkspace.
- Financial Security: 403(b) retirement plan with a 3% employer match, up to $2,400/year in employer HSA contributions, employer-paid life/disability insurance, and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility.
- Time to Recharge: Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave.
- Perks & Stipends: A $50/month cellphone stipend ($600/year), pre-tax commuter benefits, backup family care, and performance-based earning incentives.
This is a hybrid position based out of our NYC Financial District office, requiring on-site work Tuesday through Thursday, with remote work on Monday and Friday.
Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience. This position is not bonus eligible.
Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.
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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.
Skills Required
- 5-7+ years of HR experience
- Experience managing HR programs, employee relations, or workforce data analysis
- Hands-on experience with Workday HCM
- Experience with Excel, Tableau, or similar spreadsheet/data tools
- Track record of independently managing cross-functional projects from start to finish
- Understanding of core HR practices, labor laws, and team dynamics
- Bachelor's degree
Success Academy Charter Schools Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Success Academy Charter Schools and has not been reviewed or approved by Success Academy Charter Schools.
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Affordable Benefits — Health coverage is considered affordable, with the employer paying a large share of medical premiums and offering multiple plan choices with HSA/FSA options. Employer HSA contributions and day-one eligibility in postings further support lower out-of-pocket costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid childcare leave for primary caregivers, adoption reimbursement, backup child care, and school lottery preference for employees’ children are highlighted. These offerings add tangible family-friendly value alongside core medical and retirement benefits.
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Pay Growth & Progression — Recruiting materials emphasize significant annual increases, performance incentives, and faster advancement pathways than traditional districts. Some roles also reference year-end bonuses that can accelerate early-career earnings.
Success Academy Charter Schools Insights
What We Do
Since 2006, Success Academy has tackled educational inequities head-on by providing exceptional public education for 20,000 K-12 students in New York City. Our network of over 50 free public charter schools is looking for diverse, ambitious, talented people like you to join our team! Starting on your first day, you’ll receive world-class training and mentorship while working in a collaborative environment with passionate colleagues. As part of the Success Academy team, you will have ample growth opportunities within our network — including leadership roles. Success Academy is seeking candidates from all majors and backgrounds. All interviews are virtual, and a degree in Education is not required to teach. If you graduated or will be graduating with a bachelor's degree between Dec 2023 and Dec 2024, we encourage you to apply! We encourage you to look at our current openings and consider applying.
