Grades 3-5 Social Studies & Science Teacher

Independence-Mission-Schools; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 46,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Rose of Lima, an Independence Mission School, is seeking a Grades 3-5 Social Studies & Science Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

The successful candidate will commit to the school community by building relationships with staff, parents, and students and by mastering rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum. The candidate should demonstrate a strong understanding of literacy foundations and of the standards of mathematical practice, and may participate in committees and other professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree required.
• Clearances/background checks required.
• Experience teaching diverse learners preferred.
• Experience in urban settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Grades 3-5 Social Studies and Science.
• Implement standards-aligned, rigorous curriculum.
• Build relationships with staff, parents and students.
• Participate in committees and professional activities.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Urban education experience

Data-driven instruction

Staff/parent communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Background checks/clearances

Job description

Grades 3-5 Social Studies & Science Teacher

Independence Mission Schools St. Rose of Lima - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5935320
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 22, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

St. Rose of Lima, an Independence Mission School, isseekingcandidates for a Grades 3-5 Social Studies & ScienceTeacher position for the 2026-2027 School Year.

The successful candidate will show a commitment to the school community by consistently going above and beyond, by intentionally building relationships with staff, parents and students and by dedicating himself or herself to mastering the craft of teaching. The candidate will be eager to learn about and implement rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum that sets a high bar for student learning. The candidate should demonstrate a strong understanding of the foundations of literacy instruction and of the standards of mathematical practice.Teachers may also participate in committees and other professional activities and will perform related duties as required or requested.

In addition, the successful candidate will:

• Model outstanding character in accordance with Catholic teachings, and exhibit these traits through a positive classroom atmosphere and a commitment to the moral formation of our students
• Set high behavioral and academic expectations for students and be skilled at measuring and using student growth data to inform instruction
• Be an enthusiastic learner, committed to his or her own growth as an educator, who applies skills learned through frequent coaching, grade level teamwork and professional development
• Actively participate in the school community by lending their skills and interests to coaching and moderating extracurricular activities

Experience:

• Experience teaching diverse learners and differentiating instruction (preferred)
• A track record of leading students to successfully achieve those expectations (preferred)
• Experience working with children and communities in an urban setting (preferred)

Certification, Degrees, and Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree (required)
• Clearances on all required background checks (required)

EOE: IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color, we highly encourage you to apply!

Want to learn more about IMS and our school locations? Please visit: https://independencemissionschools.org/schools/

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $45,922 to $58,549 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Natalie Roche
• 1012 W Thompson St
• Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19122
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]