Classroom Teacher - Vision Academy Charter School
Job Location: Vision Academy CS at 153 Penn Blvd East Lansdowne, PA 19050
Job Description
Are you passionate about helping students develop language skills and cultural awareness in an engaging and meaningful way? Vision Academy Charter School is hiring a Middle School Spanish Teacher who is committed to student success, equity, and professional growth. Whether you are just beginning your teaching career or bringing years of experience, we offer a supportive, collaborative, and student-centered environment where your instruction makes a meaningful impact every day.
Why Vision Academy CS?
- Top Starting Salary: $66,000 – among the highest for certified teachers in the state (commensurate with prior experience)
- Hard-to-Fill Role Bonus: $2,000 for Math, Science, SPED, and Tech teachers
- Performance Bonuses: Up to $7,500 annually
- Continued Education Incentives: +$4,000 for a master’s degree in a related field; +$2,000 for Bachelor’s + 15 Graduate Credits; +$2,000 for Master’s + 30 Graduate Credits
- Longevity Pay: $1,200 every three years
- Tuition Reimbursement Program: Up to $3,000 per year
- Full Family Health Coverage: 100% paid by the school
- 403(b) Retirement Plan: With an employer match
- Paid Parental Leave & PTO
- Job-Embedded Coaching: Clear goals, aligned feedback, modeling, and practice to strengthen instruction and student outcomes.
- Small Class Sizes: Low student-to-teacher ratios support strong relationships and individualized instruction.
- Stipends and Resources: Opportunities to lead clubs, cultural enrichment programs, summer school, and extended learning opportunities.
- Leadership Pipeline: Opportunities for teacher-leaders to support instructional improvement and curriculum development.
- Diverse & Inclusive Staff: A warm, collaborative community focused on students and families.
- Growth Opportunities: Increased responsibilities and compensation for demonstrated success.
What We’re Looking For
- Certified or soon-to-be-certified teachers in Spanish, World Languages, or Foreign Language Education
- Strong ability to teach Spanish language skills, including speaking, listening, reading, and writing
- Ability to develop engaging lessons that promote language acquisition and cultural understanding
- Experience using interactive and communicative teaching strategies to build student confidence in using Spanish
- Ability to incorporate culture, history, and global perspectives into language instruction
- Experience using data and assessments to monitor student progress and support growth
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and instructional leaders
- Commitment to equity, excellence, and continuous professional growth
How to Apply
Email your letter of interest, resume, three professional references, transcripts, PA certifications, and clearances to: hr@vacharter.org. Join one of the most rewarding teaching teams in Pennsylvania.
Vision Academy Charter School is an equal opportunity employer.
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