High School Science Teacher - IMMEDIATE

Freire Schools • Wilmington, DE

121d • $50,000 - $85,000

About The Position

Freire Schools is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware, established in 1999, with a mission to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond. The High School Science Teacher position is based at Freire Charter School Wilmington, which serves grades 8-12. The school emphasizes the importance of graduation from both high school and college, providing individualized college counseling to support students in achieving their goals. The Class of 2024 has received acceptances into 81 unique colleges and universities, earning nearly $7M in scholarship offers. The Freire Wilmington community fosters a family-like environment where students and teachers collaborate to build a successful future.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher.
• Valid state teaching certification or the ability and willingness to obtain certification.
• Strong content knowledge.
• Positive attitude, sense of humor, and willingness to do whatever it takes to get a job done.
• At least 2 years of previous successful experience working with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a classroom culture of critical thinking, rigorous learning, respect for the community, and high achievement for all students.
• Leverage content specific curriculum and create learning materials to promote critical thinking and problem solving.
• Establish consistent communication rhythms with families regarding individual student progress and school related information.
• Actively participate in professional development and collaboration with staff to support the needs of our students.

Benefits

• Annual salary range of $50,000 - $85,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Enrollment in Delaware’s state pension plan.
• Optional participation in the state’s 403(b) retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree