High School Physical Education Teacher - 9th-12th Grade - 2026/2027 School Year
About The Position
Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving over 14,000 students. The organization is dedicated to providing students with the academic and personal skills needed for success after graduation. Mastery is committed to pursuing equity, disrupting systemic racism, and addressing disparities. The culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that student, family, and community success drives the mission. They foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment that celebrates honesty, humor, and continuous improvement. The opportunity is for inspired and dynamic educators to join the team and provide a top-quality education. The role offers opportunities for growth and impact, with training and support provided to help teachers be effective. Team members are trusted to make decisions and held accountable for results, working in a positive and professional environment that is warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming.
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
- 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
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- Mental health and counseling programs
- Annual Professional Development Fund
- Discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and more
- Access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
