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.
The Education Institute drives our instructional and academic design—building the K–12 program that defines scholar preparedness. The Institute is leading a multi-year change management effort to advance the quality of teaching and learning across the network and achieve transformational outcomes.
The Senior Specialist, Science, works under the direction of the Leader of Science to drive strong academic outcomes across the Science program. This individual supports the design and implementation of rigorous curriculum, ensuring materials are high-quality and effectively enacted in schools. The Senior Specialist designs curricular resources, leads training for school-based faculty and leaders, and manages continuous improvement in teacher practice aligned to the organization’s pedagogical values and Science program vision. This role is ideal for an individual motivated to expand their impact across thousands of students and 50+ schools.
Key Responsibilities:
To design, revise, and execute on a rigorous and coherent Science curriculum aligned to a multi-year program vision
To build and improve high-quality lesson materials, assessments, and instructional resources that reflect the current state of the discipline and internal standards for excellence
To manage school leaders and teachers in improving instructional practice by developing and leading training that focuses on driving student reasoning and mastery in Science.
To analyze implementation and student outcome data to identify gaps and drive targeted improvements to both curriculum and instruction
Qualifications:
A Bachelor's degree in a scientific field and deep knowledge of Science as a discipline
Experience in a school leadership or teacher leader role (e.g., Assistant Principal, Grade Team Lead, or equivalent) and demonstrated ability to manage and develop others
Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an ability to invest, motivate, and hold others accountable
A growth mindset, with a strong belief in the value of feedback and a demonstrated ability to rapidly learn, adapt, and improve practice.
An exceptional work ethic and the ability to think flexibly and collaboratively
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 in our NYC Financial District office, requiring on-site work Tuesday through Thursday and 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
- Bachelor's degree in a scientific field
- Deep knowledge of science as a discipline
- Experience in school leadership or a teacher leader role, such as Assistant Principal or Grade Team Lead
- Demonstrated ability to manage and develop others
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to motivate others and hold them accountable
- Growth mindset and demonstrated ability to learn, adapt, and improve practice
- Exceptional work ethic
- Flexible and collaborative approach
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.
