What are the responsibilities and job description for the Science Teacher (8-12) 2026-2027 school year position at Science Academies of NY?
SANY’s Syracuse Academy of Science High School is excited to announce an immediate opening for Science Teacher position (Grades 8-12) for the 2026-2027 Academic Year.
As a result, we are looking for dynamic and creative Teachers. We have a great environment for new teachers and encourage experienced teachers to apply!
We are looking for Science Teachers in the following areas:
- Science 8
- Living Environment
- Earth Science
- Chemistry
- Physics
New York State Certification preferred.
We need Teachers who will:
- Provide engaging lesson plans the conform to the charter's curriculum
- Collaborate with staff to determine charter requirement for the instructional goals, objectives and methods
- Be ready to prepare students for the standardized tests relevant to the content area
- Have excellent content knowledge and pedagogy
- Welcome the use of analytics and data to help drive instruction and promote learning
- Appreciate regular feedback, accountability and the rewards that come with doing a great job serving our students & communities
- Have great classroom management
What we can provide
- Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, employee assistance program and more!
Enrollment in the NYS Teacher Retirement System (TRS) or 403b employer match
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Competitive salary (based on pay scale, experience, and education)
- Professional development opportunities. Coaches and mentors in every building!
- Regular use and integration of technology in our classrooms and throughout our school, including SMARTboards, IPADs, Chromebooks, internet and apps
Additional compensation bonus for 3 years of related lead teacher experience and/or certification!
What you need
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree required; Master's degree preferred
- Certification preferred
- Experience with diverse population of students or in an urban setting a plus
- Prior teaching experience preferred and novice teachers encouraged to apply!
- Fingerprint clearance through NYS Department of Education
Competencies:
- Growth mindset, flexible and ok with change
- Intrinsically motivated
- Compassionate
- Strong conviction that all students can succeed
- The ability to take feedback well and immediately implement
- Comfortable with the use of data and analytics to help drive instruction and promote learning
Want to learn more about our district? Be sure to check out the following links to get a closer look at our schools, hear from our parents and see what our state and community leaders are saying about SANY.
District Website: www.sany.org
Syracuse region Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/SyracuseAcademy
Utica region Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/UticaAcademy
Syracuse region Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/syracuseacademy
Utica region Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uascs
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