Associate/Specialist, K-12 English

About the Role

As the fastest-growing, highest-performing charter school network in New York State, Success Academy has reimagined public education. Nationally recognized for achieving outstanding academic results for students from all backgrounds and zip codes, we have created an innovative K-12 school model that prepares current and future generations of children with the subject mastery and skills needed to succeed in college and life. 

A key element of our K-12 model, our English program is designed to cultivate a life-long love of reading, an appreciation for language and literature, and literary taste. It produces well-read graduates who are capable thinkers and clear and effective communicators. Reporting to the Leader of K-12 English, the Associate/Specialist, K-12 English, will design, write, and revise new and existing English course materials aligned to this programmatic vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Writing rigorous, engaging, and college-preparatory curriculum centered on rich texts, critical analysis, and academic writing
• Curating high-merit texts and creating all necessary lesson materials - educator-facing text analysis, discussion and writing prompts, scholar-facing tasks and assessments, et cetera - for assigned units of study
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to support the successful implementation of the English program in our schools
• Completing ad hoc tasks, projects, and initiatives to support our Education Institute department and school-based educators as needed.
  

Qualifications

• A 4-year college degree with an outstanding record of academic achievement and leadership
• Demonstrated content knowledge and expertise in English literature and writing or a related field through relevant coursework or experience
• For Specialist, 2+ years of relevant professional experience
  

Competencies

• Analytical reasoning: Analyzes literary texts with fluency and identifies the ideas and literary elements most worthy of educators’ and scholars’ attention
• Exceptional writing ability: Produces a high volume of precise, compelling curriculum materials that communicate sophisticated literary ideas to a broad audience with clarity, simplicity, and intellectual rigor
• Strong attention to detail: Produces polished, error-free materials that meet the highest standards of quality for an audience of hundreds of educators and more than 20,000 scholars
• Flexibility and efficiency: Manages multiple projects and priorities at once, adapts to changing needs, and produces high-quality work at a rapid pace
• Ownership and judgment: Works autonomously and exercises sound judgment to move projects forward, solve problems, and deliver on priorities
• Pragmatism: Balances ambitious instructional goals and high intellectual standards with the clarity, simplicity, and practicality needed to implement materials effectively at scale
• Collaboration: Works effectively with others, engages thoughtfully with colleagues, and supports the work of the team and department
• Learner mindset: Is eager to learn, asks thoughtful questions, and sees out feedback to continuously improve

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.