Math and Science Teachers (26-27 SY)

Young World Physical Education; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 46,812 - 59,118; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Ongoing professional development

Low-cost healthcare

Paid sick and personal time

Job summary

An educational institution in Philadelphia is seeking Middle School teachers for Math and Science for the 2026-2027 school year. Candidates should hold a Bachelor's Degree and demonstrate the ability to engage diverse learners while fostering a positive classroom environment. The institution values community involvement, collaboration, and high educational standards. Benefits include professional development opportunities and a competitive salary range of $46,812 to $59,118 per year.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching diverse learners and differentiating instruction.
• A track record of leading students to successfully achieve high academic expectations.
• Experience working with urban communities.

Responsibilities

• Teach Math and Science to Middle School students.
• Establish high behavioral and academic expectations for all students.
• Communicate effectively with families and build a strong classroom community.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Classroom management

Effective communication

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Math and Science Teachers (26-27 SY)

Independence Mission Schools Various Schools - Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5620532

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Apr 01, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

About IMS: Independence Mission Schools (IMS) educate students of all faiths living throughout Philadelphia. Our inspiring new network of 14 schools blends the best of Catholic education with innovative teaching strategies designed to meet the unique learning needs of all students.

Perks of IMS: Teachers at IMS enjoy ongoing development through coaching, mentorship, and professional development and a benefits package that matches 403b contributions, provides low-cost healthcare, and guarantees paid sick time and personal time.

We are seeking Middle School (Grades 6-8) Teacher candidates for the 2026-2027 school year for upcoming vacancies in Math and Science across our network. Please note, candidates may also need to teach Religion.

Successful candidates:

• Believe in the mission and vision of IMS and are excited about working in diverse communities
• Model outstanding character traits according to the ethics, values, and philosophy of the Catholic teachings, and exhibit these traits through a positive classroom atmosphere
• Model a growth mindset for themselves and others and demonstrate this growth mindset through enthusiastic application of new learning and feedback
• Hold themselves highly-accountable for their work and demonstrate a commitment to accomplish ambitious goals
• Set high behavioral and academic expectations for all students
• Are experts in their content areas and understand their content’s Common Core State Standards (CCSS)
• Understand data-driven instruction and other best instructional practices to ensure aligned, effective learning experiences
• Believe in the power of collaboration and work well with a team of subject and grade level colleagues to integrate cross-curricular instruction and real-world problem solving skills across all classrooms
• Lend their skills and interests to coaching and moderating extra-curricular activities
• Communicate effectively with families, peers, and leadership to build a strong classroom community
• Plan meticulously and remain highly-organized to ensure every student has an excellent learning experience
• Perform other duties as needed or as assigned

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)
• Clearance 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!

*Please note that this is a general pool job posting; any applications submitted here will be considered for any current and future openings within the network (based on your regional and grade preferences). If you are highly interested in a school-specific posting (i.e. “Grade 3 at IMS School”), please submit an application to the school-specific posting to let us know of your interest. There is no limit on the number of applications you can submit.

Position Type: Full-Time

Salary: $46,812 to $59,118 Per Year

Job Categories:

Classroom Teacher > Math: Algebra

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]

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