Elementary Science Teacher

City Year; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Mastery Schools in Philadelphia and Camden seeks a Science teacher to empower students from kindergarten through twelfth grade. You will engage learners through NGSS-aligned lessons, hands-on investigations, data analysis, and real-world problem solving, helping students develop critical thinking and scientific literacy.

Our culture emphasizes continuous improvement, collaborative coaching from school leaders and central Academic Team, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in science or a related field.
• Teaching certification completed or in progress.
• Demonstrated expertise in science subject area.
• Strong instructional skills and data-driven planning.

Responsibilities

• Drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
• Commit to professional growth and continuous improvement
• Implement rigorous lesson plans with central office curricular resources
• Analyze assessment data with school leaders to inform instruction
• Collaborate in grade-level teams to share best practices
• Engage families and maintain regular communication
• Demonstrate genuine care for students’ success
• Respond to challenges with a solutions-oriented mindset

Skills

Subject expertise in science

Data-driven instruction

Collaborative teamwork

Student engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree

Teacher certification

Job description

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

At Mastery, we have fully embraced the Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS)framework to create a transformative learning environment. The NGSS framework aligns with our state’s NJSLS-Science and STEELS standards. This approach engages students with the core ideas and crosscutting concepts of science through engagement in the practices of science and engineering.

In joining Mastery as a Science teacher, you will have the opportunity to empower students to become active participants in their own learning, fostering deep understanding, critical thinking, and a lifelong passion for scientific exploration.

From kindergarten through twelfth grade, our students tackle real-world phenomena through hands-on investigations, data analysis, and problem-solving tasks that mirror the experiences of real scientists. Your role is crucial to enhancing our students’ problem-solving skills and developing a deeper appreciation for the relevance and impact of science in their lives.

At Mastery we value Continuous Improvement and want you to learn and grow in your craft. We utilize a team of Assistant Principals, central-office coaches, and school-based content teams to provide every teacher coaching and feedback. Embracing NGSS means continuous professional development and growth. You’ll have access to workshops, training sessions, and collaboration opportunities with fellow educators, keeping you updated with the latest pedagogical practices and scientific discoveries. Together, we can inspire a new generation of scientists, innovators, and critical thinkers who are ready to tackle the challenges of the future.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students
• Commit to professional growth, self-reflection, a receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve
• Implement 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
• Demonstrate genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success
• Respond positively and effectively to challenges with a solutions-oriented resiliency

Education, Experience, and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement
• Teacher certification – completed or in process
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area
• Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies

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.