Work for Us!

Essential Functions of a Young Scholars Teacher

• Develop effective lesson plans, homework assignments and assessments that align with state standards and the instructional standards of Young Scholars Charter School.
• Effectively and consistently enforce our school-wide classroom management procedures.
• Collaborate with other faculty to discuss student work, share best practices, and ensure student mastery of standards.
• Maintain close relationships with families, including phone calls and conferences, and tutor those students who need extra support.
• Participate in on-going professional development

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in subject matter that one wishes to teach or at least two years related teaching experience
• Must have or be working towards a Pennsylvania Teacher Certification, dual certifications preferred
• Must be able to work collaboratively in a non-traditional, inner-city environment
• Outstanding instructional skills, including the ability to motivate and challenge students and maintain an orderly classroom environment
• Demonstrated expertise in subject area
• A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
• A belief that all students should be held to high academic standards
• The ability to communicate effectively with parents
• Demonstrated professionalism and responsibility, and a strong work ethic
• A positive, high-energy attitude and a drive for personal excellence
• The ability to problem-solve and a sense of humor are required

Salary & Compensation
Salary commensurate with experience and certification. Fully paid medical, dental and life insurance; tuition reimbursement program; enrollment in Pennsylvania State Employee Retirement System (PSERS) and 403b options.

Contact Information
All candidates should be achievement oriented and interested in working in a fast-paced, academically focused school environment that requires flexible roles. Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to: jobs@phillyscholars.org.

You may also mail a packet to:
Young Scholars Charter School
Attn: Jobs at Young Scholars
900 N. Marshall Street
Philadelphia, PA 19123

*Must include a working email address. Initial correspondence is done electronically.

About Us
Located in North Philadelphia and drawing students from across the city, Young Scholars prepares over two hundred sixth, seventh and eighth graders each year to attend selective college preparatory high schools in the region. Many enter Young Scholars performing well below grade level in reading and mathematics and yet by the time they graduate from eighth grade they are prepared for success at some of the region’s most selective high schools. Our students excel because the rigorous academic environment challenges them to do their best and because their teachers support and encourage them throughout their time at Young Scholars.

Our Mission
Young Scholars Charter School prepares middle school students to attend and succeed academically in the best high schools and colleges, and Young Scholars provides students with a foundation of life skills required to become productive members of their communities.

Our Vision
Young Scholars Charter School can and will be the best school in the City of Philadelphia and we will work in every way possible to close the achievement gap for inner-city students. In doing so, we will provide a rich educational opportunity for our students and we will seek to contribute to the academic success of schools throughout the country.