The Teacher role creates and administers a classroom program that is conducive to student learning and development. The Teacher uses a variety of classroom techniques for learning and implements interdisciplinary activities, educational technologies, and collaborative work with other teachers in grade bands. The ideal Teacher is flexible and committed to a continuous process for professional growth. The Teacher will report to the Principal.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
• Assess the skill level of students and aligns classroom goals and activities to established state and local standards
• Implement rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments
• Provide instruction in respective subject area
• Teach inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem solving
• Create a classroom environment in which students have access to subject-related materials that address their needs and interests
• Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instruction
• Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work and share best practices
• Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication
• Demonstrate genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success
• Respond positively and effectively to challenges with a solutions-oriented resiliency
• Keep abreast of the latest developments and improvements in education as it affects the instructional program; attend faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods
• Maintain classroom discipline
• Maintain attendance, grade and other required records
• Additional duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Commitment to Russell Byers mission and belief that all students can learn
• Knowledge of teaching methods, curriculum, and education programs
• Experience with using educational technologies
• The ability to communicate effectively with parents
• Demonstrated professionalism and responsibility, and a strong work ethic
• A positive, high-energy attitude, and a drive for personal excellence
• Flexible attitude, ability to work with urgency
• Strong problem-solving and strategic thinking skills
• Willingness and desire to participate in unexpected projects
• The ability to establish cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and parents
• Strong organizational skills
• A comfort and excitement about working with children from diverse backgrounds
• A high level of interest in collaboration
• Commitment to professional growth

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree
• Classroom or site-based teaching experience in a specific content area
• Experience teaching in an urban setting a plus
• PA Certification required, PK-4

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement

If interested, send your resume and cover letter to Debbie Sperbeck, Director of Admissions and School Services, dsperbeck@byerschool.org or info@byerschool.org

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $47,587.00 - $81,063.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 3rd grade
• 4th grade
• 5th grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

School subjects:

• English
• Math
• Physical Education
• Reading
• Science
• Social Studies

School type:

• Charter school

Experience:

• Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• PA Teaching Certification (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person