Job Description

Position: STEM (Math/Science) Teacher

Location: Bronx, NY

Compensation: $67,000 - $89,798  (commensurate with experience)

Who We Are

Public Prep Academies are single-gender K-8 schools and co-ed PreK dedicated to academic excellence and whole-child development. We combine rigorous academics with social-emotional learning, fostering strong partnerships between families and staff to create a supportive, community-focused environment.Our commitment extends to investing in our educators, offering tailored professional development, coaching, and feedback cycles to promote growth, collaboration, and data-driven decision-making. At Public Prep, we cultivate a joyful, inclusive, and high-achieving culture for both scholars and staff.

• Growth Opportunities: Individualized professional development, coaching, and collaboration.
• Mission-Driven Culture: Create engaging less ons, fost er strong relationships, and make a lasting impact on scholars and families.
• Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, 403(b) match, loan forgiveness programs, and more.

Primary Function & Position Overview

As an educator at Public Prep Academies we encourage our students to build independence as learners. We fully support the development of our educators to broaden their interpretation of culturally and linguistically diverse students’ learning behaviors. The Middle School STEM Teacher will design and deliver instruction that supports students in thinking deeply and expressing their views clearly towards mastery of grade-level content. 

The Middle School STEM Teachers will also establish families as partners through annual student home visits, participation in regular school events, and through providing frequent communications about curriculum, academic progress and students’ character development. They work closely with the Principal, Academic Dean, Assistant Principal and Student and Family Affairs Team. 

The Middle School STEM Teacher may be assigned to teach Math, Science, or a combination of STEM content areas, including interventions. Teaching assignments are at the discretion of the Principal, Academic Dean, and Assistant Principal.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging, high-quality STEM instruction, incorporating data-driven and social-emotional practices to meet diverse learner needs.
• Foster a safe, inclusive, and growth-oriented classroom environment, supporting student voice and achievement through high expectations and restorative practices.
• Build strong family partnerships with regular communication, inviting collaboration to enhance student learning at home and school.
• Engage in professional development, mentoring, and reflective practices to continuously improve teaching and contribute to a collaborative school culture.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.
• New York State teaching certification
• At least 2 years of proven success in middle school teaching, ideally in high-performing or urban schools.
• Excellent organization, communication, and teamwork skills with a growth mindset and dedication to student success.

Compensation

• Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, vision, & 403b Retirement Plan benefits available.

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