Elementary and Secondary Teacher

City Teaching Alliance; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading education organization is seeking passionate individuals to join their fellowship program as educators. Participants will receive hands-on classroom experience, dual certification, and mentorship. The program requires a bachelor's degree by June 2026 and offers competitive compensation of up to $40,000 for the first year, transitioning to a full-time salary of $50,000-$60,000 thereafter. Benefits include health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA.
• US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or DACA recipient.

Responsibilities

• Build lasting impact in the classroom.
• Commit to at least three years of teaching.

Skills

Passion for teaching

Coaching and mentoring

Real-world classroom experience

Education

Bachelor's degree by June 2026

Job description

Overview

Launch your purpose-driven career with City Teaching Alliance! Become a highly prepared educator through hands-on classroom experience, a Master of Arts in Teaching, dual certification, and unparalleled coaching and support. We’re seeking passionate individuals in Elementary Education, Secondary Math, and Secondary Literacy in Greater DC Metro, Baltimore & Central Maryland, Dallas, and Philadelphia. Fellows commit to at least three years in the classroom, building lasting impact from day one.

Why Join Us

City Teaching Alliance prepares educators through our 5Cs framework:

• Coaching & Mentoring: Personalized guidance to maximize your impact.
• Clinical Teaching Experience: Gain real-world classroom experience in high-need schools.
• Coursework: Earn a Master’s in Teaching from American University while you teach.
• Certification: Dual content area and Special Education certification.
• Community: Join a network of 2,400+ educators empowering students nationwide.

Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree by June 2026
• Minimum 2.75 undergraduate GPA
• US Citizen, Permanent Resident, or DACA recipient

Compensation

• Year 1: Fellowship stipend up to $40,000 + benefits.
• Years 2-4: Full-time teaching salary $50,000–$60,000 + education awards, grants, and scholarships (totaling $22,000–$25,000 for eligible participants).

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance