CIPHS Marine Science Teacher

What is the Role?

Bring your passion for discovery to Coney Island Prep as our High School Marine Science Teacher for 10th grade scholars. You will create rigorous, engaging learning experiences through hands‑on experiments and inquiry‑driven instruction, helping scholars connect scientific concepts to their lived experiences. Our Marine Science Teacher empowers scholars to make sense of the world through the study of ocean systems, biodiversity, climate, and human impact on marine environments.

They design and deliver standards‑aligned instruction that centers scholar thinking and engagement. This educator prioritizes discourse, conceptual understanding, and scholar ownership of learning, using data to adjust instruction and ensure all scholars master grade‑level content. As part of the science team at Coney Island Prep, they foster curiosity, critical thinking, and confidence, preparing all scholars for success in college‑level coursework.

• Implement standards‑aligned curriculum and content
• On a daily basis, teach academically rigorous and culturally relevant lesson plans, materials, and assessments, and differentiate as needed
• Communicate effectively with all scholars, their families, and staff
• Commit to a culture of consistently implementing school‑wide systems, structures, and procedures
• Eradicate the effects of racism, poverty and other forms of oppression in our school community by making resources, opportunities, support systems, and classrooms equitable and accessible for all our stakeholders
• Analyze and action plan using instructional and culture data to improve teaching practice and strengthen student outcomes
• Be proactive in creating a positive, structured, results‑oriented, and fun learning environment that supports the needs of students with various abilities and experiences
• Participate in school community responsibilities such as lunch duty, dismissal and hallway duties, daily homeroom, bi‑weekly advisory groups, weekly content and grade team meetings, whole‑staff professional development, lesson internalization and practice, and office hours once a week

• Passion for education and a dedication to Coney Island Prep’s mission, beliefs, and values and its commitment to anti‑racism
• Steadfast belief that all students can achieve at the highest academic levels and deserve an opportunity to succeed in the college and career of their choice
• Bachelor’s degree and NYS teaching certification required, Master’s degree strongly preferred; we offer $2,000 towards the completion of a Master’s degree and NY State certification within two years of employment
• Cultural competencies to work in low‑income communities and a willingness to examine your beliefs and biases across lines of difference
• Culturally responsive and age appropriate conflict resolution skills
  
  Proven organizational, oral, and written communication skills; timeliness; accuracy; consistent and regular communication; and ability to meet deadlines
• Self‑reflective and open to feedback, with the ambition and desire to grow and develop
• A positive, solution‑oriented attitude and drive for excellence
• Eagerness to work collaboratively as part of a team
• A strong track record of building positive relationships with families, students and staff, while demonstrating value towards diversity and inclusivity

• Lead teachers at Coney Island Prep are provided with salaries that are highly competitive, set through a lens of equity, and based on an individual’s years of teaching experience in a K‑12 school environment. The salary range for this role is from $71,250–$97,750.
• As a regular full‑time employee of Coney Island Prep, you will be eligible for benefits that include medical, dental, vision, and life insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement benefit package with match and paid family leave.
• Staff are provided with a Mac Book Air and access to all the necessary technology and resources needed to succeed in their role.

Our school year starts August 3, 2026. To apply, head to our Careers Page!

Coney Island Preparatory Public Charter School is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, national origin, citizenship or disability. We want Coney Island Prep to be a place where students and staff of all backgrounds, experiences, and identities feel as though they are valued and can excel.