Middle School Special Education Teacher - IMMEDIATE

Freire Schools • Philadelphia, PA

14h • $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. The network is known for its belief in every student, a strong code of conduct, a sense of family, and joyous, engaged classrooms focused on academic achievement. Freire Schools has been recognized for its significant academic gains. This Middle School Special Education Teacher position is for Freire Charter Middle School (grades 5-8) in center city Philadelphia. The school focuses on preparing students for college and high school success with a persistent growth mindset and a commitment to peace, aiming to create a safe and welcoming environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Valid state teaching certification or commitment to obtain
• Strong instructional skill and content knowledge
• Experience supporting students through co-teaching, accommodations, and targeted interventions
• Positive, collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
• At least two years of experience working with diverse student populations

Responsibilities

• Co-teach (Math) and collaborate with general education teachers to create and maintain a classroom culture of critical thinking, learning, respect, and high achievement for all students.
• Familiarize yourself with IEPs and specially designed instructional/behavioral accommodations for the students on your caseload.
• 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

• health coverage
• dental coverage
• vision coverage
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution for Pennsylvania employees
• strong commitment to developing all staff as professionals

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level