Math Teacher - Propel Braddock Hills High School

Propel Schools•Braddock Hills, PA

12h•Onsite

About The Position

Propel Braddock Hills High School is seeking a Math teacher for an immediate opening. Propel Schools operates with an extended school year, totaling 190 instructional days and 30 professional development days, for a total of 220 work days annually. Propel Schools is the largest network of public charter schools in Allegheny County, comprising 13 schools and approximately 4,000 scholars. Its mission is to provide high-quality education to underserved communities, offering a rigorous academic environment and small class sizes with individualized attention. Propel Schools is recognized for competitive teacher salaries, a customizable benefits package, and extensive career and professional development opportunities. This Teacher position involves collaborating with administrators and staff to plan and lead students to learning success, specifically developing and teaching curriculum based on the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards.

Requirements

Valid PA certification in corresponding content area that is being taught.
Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
High level of personal organization and planning.
Ability to develop rigorous lesson plans and assessments.
Deep content area knowledge.
Strong communication and relationship building skills.
Willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
Ability to utilize data to differentiate instruction.
A commitment to the Promising Principles of Propel.
Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, high degree of emotional intelligence and self-awareness with the ability to reflect and adapt to diverse environments.
Skilled in the use of Google Suite and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.
Instructional expertise with high expectations for self and scholars, working hard, setting goals, and taking responsibility for scholars' learning (Own It mindset).
Professionalism with scholars, families, and colleagues, including punctuality, a positive mindset, and persistence (Walk Through the Door mindset).
Valuing feedback and continuously working to improve, demonstrating accountability, dedication, and honesty (Look in the Mirror mindset).
Cultural competency, courtesy, engagement, and empathy in all interactions (Treat Others the Way You Want to be Treated mindset).
Ability to build relationships with scholars, families, colleagues, and the community, recognizing education as a team effort (Do Your Part mindset).

Responsibilities

Design coherent instruction using prescribed unit and lesson structures that align with state standards and emerging best practices.
Develop and continually update learning resources and actively participate in professional development.
Create an instructional environment characterized by respect and rapport that promotes a culture of learning.
Use a variety of instructional strategies that engage students in age-appropriate learning, e.g., computer-assisted, cooperative learning, and various student-centered approaches.
Manage student behavior and classroom procedures effectively which promotes a safe learning environment.
Assess student learning using formal and informal assessment techniques and utilize that information to drive instruction.
Implement student IEPs and participate in the special education process as needed.
Maintain accurate and up to date records and report student progress in accordance with school policy and procedure.
Prepare and achieve annual performance expectations as prescribed or approved by administration.
Communicate with families on a regular basis and reply to family initiated communication in a timely manner.

Benefits

Competitive salary for teachers, ranging from $49,985 to $100,460 (year 3 of salary scale).
Relocation Allowance for new hires moving to the area from 60 miles away or further.
Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families.
Participation in a 403(b) retirement plan with Propel contributing 5% automatically and matching up to 4%, increasing after 5 years.
2 paid Wellness Days annually, 5 sick days, and 10 Personal Days.
Tuition Assistance: Reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually upon completion of course and receipt of grades for eligible coursework.
Wellness Benefit: Reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities including Gym Memberships, health programs, etc.
Ability to earn up to $300 for participation in a Wellness Program each year.
Substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support for teachers, including an extensive onboarding process called Induction for new teachers with on-going annual support during the school year called Immersion.
11.5 network-wide Professional Development days annually in addition to school-specific Professional Development.
Extensive leadership opportunities, both in and outside of the classroom, including Leadership Pathways as content, grade level or other school-based support roles.