Join us in revolutionizing academia by creating ties with our students, their families, and the community to promote a brighter future!

At People for People Charter, we're not just teaching students – we're cultivating the entrepreneurs of the future. We invite you to be part of this exciting, educational voyage in the vibrant heart of North Central Philadelphia. We're looking for passionate, innovative, and dedicated elementary school teachers ready to ignite the spark of entrepreneurship in young minds.

Let's dive into what sets us apart:

• Personalized Teaching: Our classrooms are intimate, with an average of 23 eager students per class. This provides our devoted faculty the opportunity to offer individualized attention and support, ensuring every student can reach their full potential.
• Cutting-edge Curriculum: We use research-based curricula across all grades and subjects. Our teaching methods are designed to align with the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards, preparing our students to face future educational challenges with confidence.
• Community Engagement: We believe in the power of partnerships. We collaborate with local organizations to provide our students with an enriching blend of entrepreneurship, academic advancement, sports, and college- and career-readiness programs.
• Convenient Location: Nestled in the heart of North Central Philadelphia, our school is easily accessible from the Fairmount and Francisville communities. With several SEPTA stops nearby and bus transportation for grades 1-6, commuting is hassle-free.
• Secure Environment: Safety is paramount. Our premises are safeguarded with a dedicated security team and comprehensive video surveillance, ensuring a secure learning environment for all.

If you are a dynamic teacher who inspires students, loves teaching, and is excited about fostering an entrepreneurial mindset, we would love to hear from you! Let's shape our students' futures and build the next generation of innovators together. Apply now and become part of our vibrant educational community!

Ignite the Future: Join Us as an Inspiring Elementary School Educator!

Are you an energetic and dedicated Middle School Teacher with a flair for inspiring young minds? Are you excited to make a difference in an urban K-8 School setting in the heart of Philadelphia, PA? We're looking for teachers like you who can create an inviting and supportive learning environment for our students, driven by a commitment to high expectations and student success.

Responsibilities that Drive Impact:

• Dynamic Instruction: Employ a blend of teaching techniques to encourage high levels of achievement, adjusting strategies to cater to individual student abilities. Your lessons will be relevant, engaging, and based on the latest research-backed principles of effective instruction.
• Student-Driven Learning: With us, students are at the heart of education. Our teachers understand this, structuring learning objectives to ensure clear student outcomes. By monitoring student learning and adjusting the pace of instruction, you'll ensure every student is engaged and advancing at a pace that suits them.
• Thriving Learning Environment: You'll foster an environment that encourages effective student learning. Establish classroom rules, enforce behavioral norms, and communicate academic expectations to your students. Your focus on health and safety will ensure all students feel secure in their learning spaces.
• Strategic Lesson Planning: Your daily lesson plans will align with state standards, ensuring our students are always on track to succeed. Grading standards will be communicated to students and their parents, creating transparency in our assessment processes.
• Building Relationships: As a teacher, you'll act as a role model, demonstrating honesty, fairness, and cultural awareness. You'll work to maintain strong relationships with administration, staff, students, and parents, fostering a supportive and collaborative community.
• Progress Documentation: Your timely and accurate feedback will keep students and parents informed of progress. By assigning and reviewing homework regularly, you'll ensure students are engaged in their learning outside of school hours, while maintaining accurate records of student performance.
• Lifelong Learning: Show your students that learning never stops by participating in professional growth and development opportunities. Our teachers are encouraged to attend workshops and in-service offerings to continually enhance their instructional effectiveness.

Our ideal candidate will possess the following:

• Passionate about teaching in an urban setting and the ability to create an inviting, student-centered learning environment
• Holds a Bachelor’s degree in education or related field
• Strong understanding of subjects like science, literature, and math
• Able to create innovative lesson plans that cater to a diverse group of students
• Believes in high expectations for all students and is dedicated to supporting student success

If you're enthusiastic about shaping the lives of students and setting them on a path of lifelong learning and success, we'd love to hear from you! Come join us and empower the entrepreneurs of the future. Together, we can ignite the spark that changes the world.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree AND PA Teaching Certification. Master’s degree preferred but not required.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills with the ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with all constituents. Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Collaborates well with colleagues of diverse backgrounds on pedagogical approaches, curricular alignment, and instructional strategies.
• Promotes the use of multiple methods in solving problems, identifying more efficient strategies, and generalizing principles to a broad variety of applications.
• Encourages collaborative teamwork in the classroom, teaching students to communicate effectively and thoughtfully, justify their reasoning, and to consider multiple perspectives when solving problems.
• Invests in the life of the school by participating in the advisory program, social and emotional learning, weekly department meetings and multidisciplinary team meetings, anti-bias training, and any and all aspects that support the student experience.
• Demonstrated professional behavior, including discretion, judgment, and integrity to effectively interact with a diverse population of students and faculty.

Our School adheres to the policy of providing equal employment opportunities to all job applicants and employees regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, or sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)
• Master's (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PA Elementary Level I or II Teaching Certification (Required)

Benefit Conditions:

• Only full-time employees are eligible

Benefits:

• SIGN-ON BONUS
• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Work Location: In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Vision insurance

Grade school specialties:

• 5th grade
• 6th grade
• 7th grade
• 8th grade

Physical setting:

• Charter school

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Do you reside in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, or Delaware as a means to take on this position if offered? (We do not accept "intention to relocate" from another country as an indicator of residency)

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19130: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person