Middle School Co-Teacher

Benchmark School; Media (Delaware County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Benchmark School, located in Media, PA, seeks a Middle School Co-Teacher to deliver instruction tailored to students with learning differences. You will collaborate with the Head Teacher, Instructional Coach, and Child and Family Support Services to support academic and social-emotional growth.

The role requires close teamwork with the middle school team to plan, deliver engaging lessons, and provide ongoing coaching.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; certification in Pre-4 or 5-8 desired.
• Knowledge of effective literacy instruction.
• Knowledge of and ability to teach basic computation and pre-algebra concepts (Desired).

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned with Benchmark School's research-based principles.
• Collaborate with the Head Teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons (small-group and whole-class).
• Serve as a Head Teacher in a content area class (math, science, or social studies) and/or co-teach multiple math classes.
• Assume Head Teacher responsibilities as needed, including substitute duties.
• Mentor and support assigned students, providing coaching on learning strategies and executive function skills.
• Provide individualized coaching to promote academic growth.
• Effectively scaffold student work to facilitate growth.
• Monitor student engagement and performance, providing timely feedback and interventions.
• Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress.
• Prepare academic reports for assigned students.
• Plan and conduct student conferences in language arts and other classes as needed.
• Maintain consistent communication with teaching team.
• Participate in collaborative planning and meetings.
• Engage in ongoing professional development and school-wide initiatives.
• Be available to work with Head Teacher, instructional coach, Department Head, and others to improve instruction.
• Perform administrative tasks and update records promptly.
• Take on duties before/after school as needed, such as recess or lunchroom duty.
• Contribute to a positive and inclusive school community by participating in events and committees.
• Complete other duties as assigned by Head of School.

Skills

Literacy instruction

Math basics & pre-algebra

Collaboration & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree; Pre-4 or 5-8 certification desired

Job description

Role: Middle School Co-Teacher

Reports to: Head of Middle School

Department: Middle School

Job Status: Full-time Monday-Friday 7:45 a.m.-3:15 p.m.

Position Start Date: August 28, 2026

Job Description

The Co-Teacher will deliver instruction informed by Benchmark's research-based teaching principles, tailored to the unique learning needs of students with learning differences. This role requires close collaboration with the middle school team, including the Head Teacher, Instructional Coach, and Child and Family Support Services, to foster students' academic and social-emotional growth. A successful Co-Teacher is dedicated to continuous professional development, actively seeking opportunities for growth within and beyond the school's provided offerings.

Responsibilities

• Instruction
  • Deliver instruction aligned with Benchmark School's research-based principles.
  • Collaborate with the Head Teacher to plan and deliver engaging lessons (small-group and whole-class).
  • Serve as a Head Teacher in a content area class (math, science, or social studies) and/or co-teach multiple math classes.
  • Assume Head Teacher responsibilities as needed, including serving as a substitute teacher in another class when necessary.
• Student Support
  • Mentor and support assigned students, providing coaching on learning strategies and executive function skills.
  • Provide individualized coaching and support to students to promote academic growth.
  • Effectively scaffold student work to facilitate academic growth.
  • Monitor student engagement and performance, providing timely feedback and interventions.
• Communication and Reporting
  • Communicate effectively with families regarding student progress in a professional and timely manner.
  • Prepare academic reports for assigned students.
  • Plan and conduct student conferences in language arts and other classes as needed.
  • Maintain consistent and effective communication with the teaching team (Head Teacher, Division Head/Department Head, Child and Family Support Services, etc.).
• Professional Responsibilities & Community
  • Participate in collaborative planning and meetings.
  • Engage in ongoing professional development and contribute to school-wide initiatives.
  • Be available and open to working with a Head Teacher, an instructional coach, the Division Head/Department Head/Department Head, and others to continuously improve instruction and other aspects of being a professional educator.
  • Perform essential administrative tasks, including updating records in the school's student information and other platforms promptly.
  • Perform additional duties before, during, or after school as needed, such as recess or lunchroom duty.
  • Contribute to a positive and inclusive school community by participating in school events, committees/task forces, and other activities.
  • Complete other duties as assigned by the Head of School.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required - certification in Pre-4 or 5-8 desired
• Knowledge of effective literacy instruction
• Knowledge of and ability to teach basic computation and pre-algebra concepts. (Desired)