Independent School Teaching Fellow — 1-Year Fellowship

William Penn Charter School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Independent School Teaching Fellows of Greater Philadelphia offers a teaching fellowship across partner independent schools, including William Penn Charter School, to emerging educators. Fellows work with mentor teachers in lower, middle, and upper school classrooms and engage with diverse student populations.

For 2026-2027, the program is a one-year position with the possibility of a second year. Applicants from underrepresented identities are encouraged to apply; a Bachelor’s degree is

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Experience working with children preferred.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues across grade levels.
• Comfort working in diverse school settings with a growth mindset.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching in lower, middle, and upper school classrooms with a mentor teacher.
• Participate in weekly professional development on best practices.
• Contribute to an equity-informed, culturally responsive learning environment.
• Engage in school community activities and student programs.

Skills

Experience with children

Collaborates well

Growth mindset

Equity-informed teaching

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

The Independent School Teaching Fellows of Greater Philadelphia offers a teaching fellowship across partner independent schools, including William Penn Charter School, to emerging educators. Fellows work with mentor teachers in lower, middle, and upper school classrooms and engage with diverse student populations.

For 2026-2027, the program is a one-year position with the possibility of a second year. Applicants from underrepresented identities are encouraged to apply; a Bachelor’s degree is