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At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development. We insist that every child receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning. We are changing the public education landscape for all of New York City’s children, and we are uncompromising in our mission. 

To achieve our vision, we are searching for talented Science teachers with a Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field and at least 1-2 years of lead teaching experience (NY certification preferred).

Deliver incredible results

As a Science Teacher at Zeta, you will build a classroom culture that fosters students’ genuine love for learning and creates a sense of wonderment and exploration.  With the support of talented leaders and a dedicated team, you will achieve incredible academic outcomes through a data-driven approach. At Zeta, we wholeheartedly pursue academic mastery in science (in addition to all other subjects) for all children. Specialist teachers provide additional enrichment in Taekwondo, violin, chess, art, and sports. 

Your passion for innovation in the classroom coupled with our rigorous curriculum will alter the life trajectories of your students and launch them towards their most powerful and fulfilling lives. 

Become a part of our world-class team

At Zeta, you will receive constant support and professional development while working with a world-class team. Every week, school teams dedicate time to engage in professional development workshops and mindfulness routines. Throughout the school day, Zeta maintains an open door policy, where both teachers and school leaders exchange feedback. The science team, composed of teachers and managers throughout the network, holds additional professional development sessions, with a focus on the content and specific methods. 

Successful teachers are encouraged to step up into leadership roles. As a rapidly growing organization, we are always looking to promote from within, and we provide ample training and support to ensure the next generation of Zeta leaders are well equipped for the task. We provide a competitive compensation and benefits package that places a premium on the needs of you and your family. Zeta also provides  top-of-the-line technology and classroom resources.

Bring your whole self

We want team members who are passionate about our mission, vision, and core values. You will make a tremendous team member at Zeta if you bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback. You are hungry and determined to not only meet your goals, but surpass them at all costs. You are highly skilled at effectively communicating with your team members, both in good times and bad. You are humble, willing to put the team’s needs ahead of your own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment. You want to have a voice in how we transform the landscape of education.

We want lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and passion. At Zeta, we need you to bring your passion for learning, disrupting the status quo, and tackling problems with creative solutions.

For our Science Teacher openings, we are in search of candidates with an extra demonstrated passion for the course content. Everything from animal adaptations and weather to entry level computer science and physics will be covered throughout the year.  

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Zeta operates four schools in the Bronx and upper Manhattan. We have ambitious growth plans because the educational crisis is massive and requires big solutions.  We plan to continue opening two schools each year. Join our growing team today, and change the landscape of public education in New York City. If you can’t wait to get started, apply now!

We are now hiring Science Teachers who can start during the Summer of 2021. 

Equity is at the heart of our mission. We have a deep commitment to pursuing diversity and striving for equity. Zeta is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Work authorization is required (candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the U.S.).

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