Upper Elementary Teacher
25 days ago
Philadelphia
Job DescriptionSY 25-26 Upper Elementary TeacherSummary The Upper Elementary Teacher supports a joyful, structured, and purposeful classroom culture where all students, regardless of ability, feel a sense of belonging and are empowered to succeed. The teacher delivers standards-aligned math instruction, facilitates meaningful learning experiences, and builds authentic relationships with students to foster their academic growth and social-emotional development. The Upper Elementary Teacher plays a key role in implementing the school's vision for equity and excellence, ensuring all students achieve at high levels and embody the school's core values of practice, service, and purpose. The Upper Elementary Teacher reports to the Assistant Principal of Instruction and collaborates with the school team to create a positive and adaptive learning environment. About Deep Roots Where students discover joy, belonging, and purpose Authentic Relationships At Deep Roots Charter School, we take the time to know our students and their families - their backgrounds, purpose, and passion - and provide a variety of experiences from leadership to mentoring, to social-emotional learning and multiple clubs within the school day Personalized Learning Every child receives individualized attention tailored to their unique learning needs and strengths. Deep Roots maximizes various learning styles and prioritizes individual student support. Our Core Values: • Practice: Each and every individual in our school community, from students to leadership, will engage in deliberate practice, and value this as the path to excellence., • Service: Our service-learning model will be discipline based; it will require students to have a presence in the community, and reflect on their experiences regularly. We stand as an actively anti-racist organization, dedicated to supporting all students and families. We advocate for our communities and strive to dismantle barriers within and beyond our school walls. Responsibilities & Duties Deliver Engaging Instruction: • Plan and teach daily core content lessons aligned with state standards and the school's curriculum., • Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet diverse student needs and learning styles., • Analyze student data to inform instruction and track progress toward academic goals., • Differentiate instruction and provide targeted support to meet the needs of all learners, including students requiring additional challenges or interventions., • Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment that reflects the school's core values., • Use effective classroom management strategies to promote respect, empathy, and collaboration among students., • Work closely with colleagues, families, and support staff to ensure the success of every student., • Participate in professional development, team meetings, and school events to contribute to a strong school community., • Supervise students during lunch, recess, and transitions as needed., • Participate in school-wide initiatives, events, and service-learning projects., • Perform other duties as assigned to support the school's mission.Education & Experience, • Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field required; Master's Degree preferred., • Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification (or eligibility for certification)., • At least one year of teaching experience preferred, with demonstrated success in improving student outcomes., • Strong knowledge of middle school mathematics content and pedagogy. Title: Upper Elementary Teacher Location: Philadelphia, PA 19134 Job Type: Full-Time