Founding 8th Grade Math Teacher

Hebrew Public•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$55,000 - $88,000•Onsite

About The Position

Hebrew Public is seeking a strong, student-centered Founding 8th Grade Math Teacher to help launch their first year serving 8th grade students. This role is a meaningful opportunity for an educator with strong math content knowledge, excellent classroom management, and a deep commitment to preparing students for a successful transition to high school. The teacher will use the Eureka Math curriculum to deliver rigorous, standards-based instruction that builds students’ conceptual understanding, problem-solving skills, confidence, and readiness for the academic demands of high school. As a founding 8th grade teacher, this individual will also help shape the culture, expectations, and instructional foundation for Hebrew Public's oldest students. The ideal candidate believes deeply in the potential of all students, creates a classroom that is structured, joyful, and academically ambitious, and is excited to support students during a pivotal transition year.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution required.
Strong math content knowledge and ability to make grade-level concepts accessible, engaging, and rigorous for all learners.
Strong classroom management skills, with the ability to build clear routines, high expectations, and a positive classroom culture.
Ability to use student data to adjust instruction, address misconceptions, and accelerate growth.

Nice To Haves

Pennsylvania Math teacher certification, or active progress toward certification, preferred.
Experience working in urban school communities and a commitment to building strong relationships with students, families, and staff is preferred.
Experience using Eureka Math or another high-quality instructional math curriculum preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver rigorous, standards-based 8th grade math instruction using the Eureka Math curriculum
Build students’ conceptual understanding, procedural fluency, mathematical reasoning, and problem-solving skills
Create a structured, engaging classroom culture with clear expectations, strong routines, and high levels of student engagement and accountability.
Differentiate instruction to meet a range of student needs, including intervention, acceleration, and enrichment
Help establish the culture, routines, traditions, and expectations for PHP’s first 8th grade class
Support students in developing the academic habits, confidence, and self-advocacy skills needed for high school
Internalize and prepare Eureka Math lessons to ensure instruction is clear, purposeful, and responsive to student needs
Use student work, formative assessments, and summative data to identify misconceptions, adjust instruction, and plan targeted reteaching
Identify student strengths, misconceptions, and gaps in order to plan targeted support
Collaborate with grade-level, content, special education, multilingual learner, and leadership teams to support student success
Partner with families to communicate student progress, strengths, and areas for growth
Contribute to a positive school culture rooted in care, accountability, and shared responsibility
Model Hebrew Public’s OLAM values: outstanding problem solving, continuous learning, making a difference, and intentional communication
Participate in intellectual preparation, coaching cycles, classroom observations, and feedback conversations
Engage in ongoing professional development and actively seek feedback to improve practice
Align your work with school-wide priorities and strategic initiatives

Benefits

Medical: Employer covers 85% of premiums
Dental: Employer covers 85% of premiums
Vision: 100% covered by employer
Retirement: 5% Employer Match of your annual salary dollar for dollar. No vesting period.
Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends.
Mental health resources and employee assistance programs.
Student Loan counseling and discounts on wellness programs & gym memberships
Generous Paid Time Off: Enjoy 30+ holidays; 10 PTO days (10 month staff) and 20 PTO days (12 month staff)
6 weeks paid parental leave for welcoming your new child.
Coverage of fertility services and minimal out-of-pocket costs
Health Care & Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts: Up to $10,000 in HRA funds
Employer-Paid and Voluntary Life Insurance: AD&D benefit of one time salary through UNUM. This valuable benefit is provided at no cost to you.
Access to workshops, certifications, and ongoing professional development
University partnerships for certification.
Opportunities for global travel experiences.