Bilingual (Fluent in Creole) Support Teacher - 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 mission is to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation. The organization is committed to pursuing equity, actively 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. Mastery fosters a positive, open, and inclusive environment that celebrates honesty, humor, and continuous improvement. The Support Teacher will work with lead Bilingual Teachers to create a warm and welcoming school culture driven by student achievement. Mastery seeks urban educators committed to high expectations and high support for linguistically and culturally diverse students.
Requirements
- The ability to motivate and challenge students and maintain a highly orderly classroom environment
- Receptiveness to feedback and a desire to continuously improve
- A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
- A belief that all students should be held to high standards
- A positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence
- Must be fluent in English and Haitian Creole
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree required, Bachelor’s strongly preferred in Education or related field
- Previous student teaching, classroom teaching, or experience working or volunteering with school-aged children strongly preferred
Responsibilities
- Partner with lead bilingual teachers to implement curriculum and utilize classroom routines and procedures with consistency in English and Haitian Creole
- Work closely with lead teachers to analyze student assessment data and use data to inform instruction
- Provide small group instruction to students to provide responsive and individualized academic support to ensure they master content
- Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, and ensure student mastery of standards
- Engage in lesson planning and preparation to support strong execution of classroom instruction
- Actively participate in on-going training and professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement
- Provide substitute teaching coverage for colleagues, as needed
- As instructional and classroom management skills gradually increase, may be responsible for providing whole group instruction to students in select subjects (up to two whole group classes per day)
- Assist lead teacher with other student responsibilities as requested
- Additional roles and responsibilities may be assigned by supervisor
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 so much more
- Access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
