Education, K-12

Middle School Math Teacher - IMMEDIATE

Philadelphia, PAOnsiteFull Time$50,000–$85,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

content-area knowledge
instructional skill
solution-oriented mindset
collaborative spirit
diverse student populations

Nice to have

growth mindset
academic rigor
deep care for students
peace

Role summary

Freire Charter Middle School is seeking a Middle School Math Teacher for grades 5-8 in Center City Philadelphia. The role involves implementing a standards-aligned curriculum to foster critical thinking, academic rigor, and high achievement. Responsibilities include creating a positive classroom environment, developing instructional materials, communicating with families, and collaborating with colleagues. The ideal candidate believes in equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity, and possesses a Bachelor's degree, valid state teaching certification (or commitment to obtain one), strong content knowledge, instructional skill, a positive mindset, and at least two years of experience with diverse student populations. Salaries start at $60,000 for certified teachers.

About Freire Schools

Established in 1999, Freire Schools (www.freireschools.org) is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. We’re distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement. As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford’s Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.

About the team

For this Middle School Math Teacher role, you will work at Freire Charter Middle School in Center City Philadelphia, serving students in grades 5–8. As Freire Schools’ youngest Dragons, our middle school students are building the academic foundation and habits they need to thrive in a rigorous, college-preparatory high school. At Freire Middle School, we hold high expectations for what is possible in middle school and approach our work with a strong growth mindset, academic rigor, and deep care for students. We are committed to peace at all levels of our community and to creating a safe, structured, and welcoming environment where every student can learn and grow.

Freire Charter Middle School: 1026 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

What you’ll do

As a member of Freire’s instructional team, you will implement high-quality, standards-aligned curriculum to drive rigorous instruction, critical thinking, and high achievement in your classroom, while remaining open to feedback and instructional coaching.

Responsibilities

Foster a classroom environment grounded in critical thinking, academic rigor, mutual respect, and high expectations for all students.

Implement high-quality, content-specific curriculum and design instructional materials that promote deep thinking and problem-solving.

Maintain consistent, proactive communication with families regarding student progress and relevant school updates.

Engage fully in professional development and collaborate closely with colleagues to best support student learning and growth.

Who you are

You believe all students can succeed and bring our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity to life through your actions and relationships. We’re looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply.

Minimum requirements

Bachelor’s degree required

Valid state teaching certification, or a clear ability and commitment to obtain certification

Strong content-area knowledge and instructional skill

Positive, solution-oriented mindset with a work ethic and collaborative spirit

Minimum of two years of successful experience working with diverse student populations

Pay and benefits

Salaries for certified teachers entering their first year start at $60,000, with an overall salary range of $50,000–$85,000 based on experience and qualifications. Freire Schools offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution for Pennsylvania employees, and a strong commitment to developing all staff as professionals while working with exceptional students in Philadelphia.

Freire Schools is committed to maintaining a workplace environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, in service of the policy goal to provide all persons equal access to all categories of employment regardless of a person’s actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic background, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, veteran/military status, or any other category protected by state or federal law.

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