High School Physical Education Teacher - 9th-12th Grade - 2026/2027 School Year

Mastery Charter Schools • Camden, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students. Mastery's mission is to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. The organization is committed to student achievement, pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing disparities that limit students' choices. The culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of students, their families, and communities will help achieve the mission, fostering a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated. The opportunity is for inspired and dynamic educators to join the team and provide a top-quality education. Whether starting a teaching career or launching a new chapter, passion and experience will be deeply valued, and opportunities for growth and impact will be limitless. Natural talents will be fostered, and training and support will be provided to help teachers be incredibly effective. As a Mastery team member, individuals will be trusted to make decisions and held accountable for critical results, engaging in a positive and professional workplace embedded in a warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming school culture.

Requirements

• Genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success
• The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student-centered, standards-driven classroom community
• Commitment to professional growth, self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve
• A positive mindset and a drive for personal excellence
• A strong sense of professional responsibility as well as personal accountability for student achievement
• Solutions-oriented resiliency to respond positively and effectively to challenges
• Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies
• Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement
• Teacher certification- completed or in process
• Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
• Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area

Responsibilities

• Commit to ongoing professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement
• Develop rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in cooperation with Mastery school-based leadership and curricular resources developed by Mastery’s Central Office Academic Team
• Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instruction
• Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, plan events for joy and humor, and ensure student mastery of standards
• Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication

Benefits

• A full benefits program
• Opportunities for professional growth
• 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees)
• Enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees
• A robust Employee Assistance Program
• Mental health and counseling programs
• An annual Professional Development Fund
• Discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more
• Access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics
• Annual Calendar

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees