Middle School English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher - NYC

Follow your passion Are you ready to lead the next chapter of educational excellence? At Zeta, we pursue an unprecedented combination of high academic achievement and social-emotional development for our students. We insist that every student receives a world-class education while fostering a love for learning.

We are passionate about changing the landscape of public education in New York City and beyond, and we are uncompromising in our mission. We currently operate multiple elementary and middle schools across the Bronx, Upper Manhattan, and Queens , and continue to grow - opening 1–2 new schools each year, because children in every community deserve excellent, equitable education. As part of this organizational expansion, we are also preparing to welcome our first-ever Zeta High School class of 9th graders in the 2026-27 school year, a milestone that marks the next chapter in our mission to provide a world-class, PreK-12 pathway.

Join our growing team today and be a change agent for children. Deliver powerful results To achieve our vision, we are searching for Middle School English (ELA) Teachers with a Bachelor’s degree and at least 1-2+ years of lead teaching experience (NY certification preferred), with a proven record of propelling extraordinary student growth.

Responsibilities

: Plan inquiry-driven, academically rigorous ELA lessons that spark curiosity, deepen understanding, and empower all students to engage meaningfully with learning. Build a vibrant, inclusive classroom culture that nurtures a genuine love of learning and strengthens the sense of community among students and families. Internalize and deeply master Zeta’s academic and social-emotional curriculum , developing the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional instruction each day.

Champion Zeta’s ambitious academic goals —including ensuring that 90%+ of students achieve on or above grade level in ELA —and work relentlessly to help every student reach those outcomes. Utilize data, student work, and research-based resources to drive student achievement and continuously refine your teaching practice. Develop strong, authentic relationships with students and families to support each child’s academic growth and personal development.

Collaborate closely with colleagues and engage in weekly professional learning , embracing coaching and feedback as you grow into a highly effective educator. Join our purpose-driven community Zeta teammates are lifelong learners who live with child-like joy and a deep sense of purpose. We disrupt the status quo and tackle problems together.

Our team stands united by our commitment to a limitless future for every child. Our Zeta team is comprised of top talent with incredible schooling and private sector experience. At Zeta: We are passionate about our mission of providing world-class education to all students We bring a mindset of growth, flexibility, and openness to feedback We are hungry and determined to not only meet our goals, but surpass them We are humble, willing to put the team’s needs ahead of our own, and committed to contributing to a collaborative work environment We have a high bar for excellence and sweat over the details We are caring and put team over individual at all times We are hiring for the 2026–2027 school year, with a start date of July 27, 2026.

The salary range for this position is between $66,500 and $115,500. New hires can expect to be brought into the organization at a salary closer to the beginning of the range, depending on relevant experience, certification status, and internal equity.

Compensation

is based on our salary scales. Zeta offers a relocation reimbursement of up to $2,500 for eligible Teachers relocating to join our school community. How does Zeta invest in you?

We offer great

Benefits

: Comprehensive and affordable medical, dental, and vision plans Flexible spending accounts for eligible medical purchases and commuter expenses 403(b) retirement plan; Zeta offers matching contributions t