Future Middle School Teacher Opportunities
About The Position
Hebrew Public is seeking skilled, student-centered educators for future Middle School Teacher positions in grades 6-8. This is an evergreen talent-pipeline posting, meaning applications will be reviewed as staffing needs arise. Hebrew Public operates a network of schools focused on global citizenship, academic excellence, and racial and economic integration. Philadelphia Hebrew Public (PHP) teachers serve students from diverse backgrounds, aiming to expand their potential through rigorous academics, strong relationships, and a globally minded education. PHP invests in its educators by providing coaching, collaborative planning, professional development, certification support, and leadership opportunities. The compensation model rewards teacher skill, growth, and impact, with potential for significant annual salary increases based on classroom performance. Hebrew Public is a secular organization that welcomes candidates of all backgrounds and encourages applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. Fluency in Hebrew is not required.
Requirements
- Belief in the limitless potential of every student and that all children deserve excellent teachers and an outstanding education
- Commitment to urban education and closing opportunity and achievement gaps
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution
- Strong content knowledge in ELA, Math, Science, Social Studies, or a related field
- Understanding of effective middle school instruction, adolescent development, classroom culture, and student engagement
- Ability to use assessment data to respond to student needs and accelerate growth
- Ability to build strong relationships while maintaining high expectations
- Value social-emotional learning and global citizenship
- Willingness to welcome feedback and demonstrate the OLAM values in your work
Nice To Haves
- Pennsylvania Special Education teacher certification, or active progress toward certification
- Experience providing highly individualized instruction
- Experience supporting students through push-in or pull-out services
- Experience leading a classroom for students with moderate support needs
- Experience leading and supporting paraprofessionals (for moderate-needs classroom roles)
Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction
- Build a joyful, structured, and inclusive classroom
- Differentiate instruction and use data to close gaps and accelerate growth
- Support students’ academic and social-emotional development
- Foster global citizenship and an appreciation for different cultures and perspectives
- Collaborate with colleagues and build strong partnerships with families
- Participate in coaching, planning, professional development, and feedback
- Model our OLAM values: outstanding problem-solving, lifelong learning, aware communication, and making a difference
Benefits
- Medical and dental coverage with 85% of premiums covered by the employer
- Employer-paid vision coverage
- A 5% employer retirement match with no vesting period
- Paid time off, school holidays, and 6 weeks paid parental leave
- Mental-health and employee-assistance resources
- Professional development and certification partnerships
- Additional stipends, performance-based compensation, and global travel opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
