What are the responsibilities and job description for the Secondary Mathematics Teacher position at Prep Charter High School?
MATH TEACHER: SCHOOL YEAR 2026-2027
START DATE: August 17, 2026
The Preparatory Charter High School is a tuition-free, college preparatory schooling option for Philadelphia students in grades nine through twelve. Our mission is to promote a nurturing and challenging atmosphere where students will achieve high academic standards and develop essential career skills. We offer full support for English Language Learners,(ELL/ESL) and special education populations. One of the oldest charters in Philadelphia, our sound record for safety and education speaks for itself. We welcome the best candidates to become a part of our dynamic family.
The Opportunity:
We are seeking a full-time inspired and dynamic educator to join our team and provide a top quality education for all of our students. Whether you are starting your teaching career or are looking to launch a new chapter, your passion and experience will be deeply valued and your opportunities for growth and impact will be limitless. Your natural talents will be fostered and we will provide the support to help you be an incredibly effective teacher. You will engage in a positive and professional workplace embedded in a warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming school culture.
Qualifications:
- PA teaching certification for Math (or be eligible to acquire)
- Experience teaching successfully in an urban setting.
- Genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success
- The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student-centered, standards-driven classroom community
- Commitment to professional growth, self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve
- A positive mindset and a drive for personal excellence
- A strong sense of professional responsibility as well as personal accountability for student achievement
- Solutions-oriented resiliency to respond positively and effectively to challenges
- Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies.
- Experience working in diverse settings and/or commitment to improving one’s own cultural competence
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Commit to ongoing professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement Develop rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments.
- 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, share best practices, plan events for joy and humor, and ensure student mastery of standards
- Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication
Education and Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement Teacher certification- completed or in process
- Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
- Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
- Demonstrated expertise in subject area
- Current Clearances required
Job Type: Full-time
Bachelor's Degree Required
Required certification: 9-12 PA Math Certification
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $55,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
License/Certification:
- PA 9-12 Math Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000 - $80,000