High School English Teacher - IMMEDIATE

Freire Schools•Philadelphia, PA

2d•$50,000 - $85,000•Onsite

About The Position

Freire Schools is a network of four charter schools in Philadelphia and Delaware dedicated to preparing students from underserved communities for college and beyond. They are known for their belief in every student, a strong code of conduct, a sense of family, and engaging classrooms focused on academic achievement. Freire Schools has been recognized for its significant academic gains. This specific position is at TECH Freire Charter School, a college-prep high school (grades 9-12) in North Philadelphia that integrates technology and entrepreneurship education. The school fosters a culture of excellence and provides strong student support, evidenced by high college acceptance rates and significant scholarship earnings for its graduates.

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

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.
Teachers hired at Freire Charter High School have the opportunity to be CREW Leaders and will co-lead a class focusing on SEL and community building twice a week.