Apprentice Teacher for 6-8 Math & Science

Wissahickon Charter School•Philadelphia, PA

4d•$47,000 - $47,000

About The Position

Wissahickon Charter School is hiring an Apprentice Teacher for grades 6–8 Math and Science for the 2026–2027 school year. The role offers recent graduates and career changers a pathway into teaching through classroom experience and professional development. Candidates enrolled in or recently graduated from teacher education programs are encouraged to apply. One to two years in the position can prepare an apprentice to become a lead teacher.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree.
All required FBI and Pennsylvania clearances.
Reflective and open to feedback and coaching.
Ability to work with colleagues who have diverse teaching and organizational styles.
Commitment to honest and open dialogue about race, equity, and bias in school systems and relationships.
Interest in Wissahickon Charter School's mission and belief that all children can learn.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students in the relevant grade range, preferably in an urban school setting.
Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a teacher education program.

Responsibilities

Plan collaboratively with two to four lead teachers.
Provide one-on-one and small-group instruction to offer additional academic support.
Substitute teach when a lead teacher in assigned grade bands or a grade-band specialist is absent.
Partner with lead teachers to implement curriculum and consistently use classroom routines and procedures.
Work with lead teachers to assess, track, and analyze student progress.
Lead a teaching elective, special, and/or study hall.
As instructional skills develop, potentially provide whole-group instruction in selected subjects.
Participate in ongoing professional development.
Complete administrative duties as needed, such as data entry, homework review, filing, and copying.
Support intake, dismissal, and transitions between classes.
Assist lead teachers and/or principals with other responsibilities as requested.