Elementary Music Teacher - K-6th Grade - 2026/2027 School Year

Mastery Schools; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 111,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan

Pension plan (NJ/PA)

Employee Assistance Program

Relocation assistance

Signing bonus

Job summary

Mastery Schools in Philadelphia seeks an inspired educator for Douglass Elementary to provide top-quality education to all students. You will join a warm, student-centered culture and support growth through rigorous lessons, data-driven instruction, and collaborative practice.

The role emphasizes equity, community engagement, and ongoing professional development within a supportive team. Salary ranges from $60,000 to $111,000 with a $2,000 bonus and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in education or related field and teacher certification.
• Commitment to serving underserved communities and promoting equity.
• Ability to drive student achievement with high expectations.
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area and instructional delivery.

Responsibilities

• Develop rigorous lesson plans, assignments, and assessments with leadership.
• Analyze student data to measure progress and inform instruction.
• Collaborate in grade level teams to share best practices and plan events.
• Engage families through regular communication and relationship building.
• Pursue ongoing professional development for continuous improvement.

Skills

Student-centered instruction

Data-driven instruction

Collaborative teamwork

Professional growth mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teacher certification

Job description

About Mastery

Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.

At Mastery, we’re on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.

Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.

Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.

The Opportunity

We are seeking inspired and dynamic educators to join our team and provide a top quality education for all of our students. Whether you are starting your teaching career or are looking to launch a new chapter, your passion and experience will be deeply valued and your opportunities for growth and impact will be limitless. Your natural talents will be fostered and we will provide the training and support to help you be an incredibly effective teacher. As a Mastery team member, you will be trusted to make decisions and held accountable for critical results. You will engage in a positive and professional workplace embedded in a warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming school culture.

• This position is specially for Douglass Elementary

Qualifications

• Genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success
• The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student-centered, standards-driven classroom community
• Commitment to professional growth, self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve
• A positive mindset and a drive for personal excellence
• A strong sense of professional responsibility as well as personal accountability for student achievement
• Solutions-oriented resiliency to respond positively and effectively to challenges
• Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies

Duties and Responsibilities

• Commit to ongoing professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement
• Develop rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in cooperation with Mastery school-based leadership and curricular resources developed by Mastery’s Central Office Academic Team
• Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instruction
• Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, plan events for joy and humor, and ensure student mastery of standards
• Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement
• Teacher certification- completed or in process
• Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
• Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area

Physical Requirements

• Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role, and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as: traveling to network campuses; maneuvering in office spaces (including standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing things both near and far away); stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets/shelves; fine finger and hand manipulation in use of computer, chalkboard, dry erase, &/or projectors; filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing.

Salary and Bonus Information

• This role is eligible for a $2,000 bonus as well as up to $5,000 for relocation expenses!
• New teachers start at $60,000, with Mastery offering up to $82,850 based on experience and education. Salaries range from $60,000 to $111,000, with growth opportunities as your career progresses.

Mastery's Benefits Package

We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 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, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the Health Advocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics.

Annual Calendar

As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our calendar here . We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!

Why You Should Apply

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist Mastery's Talent Acquisition Team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.