Middle School Science Teacher 2025-26 at GLA West

Glacharter; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Leadership Academy Schools in Philadelphia seeks a Middle School Science Teacher to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons and foster an inclusive classroom environment. This ten-month salaried position aims to inspire students and close the achievement gap through rigorous instruction and supportive relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution is required.
• Current teaching license in Grades 4-8 preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement PA Core standards-aligned science lessons.
• Maintain positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Track and evaluate student academic progress.

Skills

Classroom Management

Planning and Organization

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education

Job description

Position Title: Middle School Science Teacher

Term: Ten (10) month position, salaried

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Are you a passionate and creative global educator looking for a culturally rich environment where you can make an impact? Global Leadership Academy Schools in Philadelphia are redefining what's possible in public education. The world is our classroom. GLA scholars have traveled to Kenya, China, Haiti, Jamaica, The Bahamas, Canada, Atlanta, Tennessee and more.

We view education as liberation and are committed to closing the achievement gap through exposure, access, and opportunity. With a groundbreaking school design that centers our children as world travelers and change agents, we deliver rigorous instruction that empowers scholars to take ownership over their learning while equipping them to compete on the local, national and international stage.

POSITION SUMMARY AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Middle School Science Teacher will be responsible for the successful completion of the following tasks:

• Designing rigorous, PA Core standards-aligned lessons based on the standards for Science practice and content
• Plan for class activities, including preparing units and daily lesson plans, identifying materials to implement class activities, preparing class projects, giving children feedback on completed work to ensure mastery of presented material, and grading of tests and assignments in a timely manner.
• Establishing and communicating clear objectives for lessons, units and projects
• Maintaining positive relationships with scholars, parents, coworkers and supervisors
• Creating a safe, respectful and inclusive classroom environment
• Working with scholars in both small groups and large groups
• Tracking and evaluating student academic progress
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
• Identify the educational needs of scholars and altering instruction to meet student needs
• Communicate with parents on a regular basis about schedule, assignments, events, and individual scholar needs. Meet with parents during scheduled conferences during the school year.

**Other duties as assigned by CEO, Principal, or Academy Leader**

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree from four-year college or university required in field of education

CERTIFICATES AND/OR LICENSES It is preferred that the middle school English Language Arts teacher have a current teaching license (Grades 4-8 Social Studies/Science)

COMPENSATION

Initial salary offers for this position range from $50,000 - $100,000. Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience and levels of attained education.

DIVERSITY AT GLA SCHOOLS GLA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive community, both through our hiring practices and our focus on creating a culture and environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and identities are valued and integrated into our way of working and educating scholars

All employees of Global Leadership Academy Charter School must obtain a Fingerprint Clearance and Background Check prior to starting employment.