Middle School ELA Teacher

About IMS:Independence Mission Schools (IMS) educate students of all faiths living throughout Philadelphia. Our inspiring new network of 14 schools blends the best of Catholic education with innovative teaching strategies designed to meet the unique learning needs of all students.

Perks of IMS:Teachers at IMS enjoy ongoing development through coaching mentorship and professional development and a benefits package that matches 403b contributions provides low-cost healthcare and guarantees paid sick time and personal time.

SS Cyril & Philomena an Independence Mission School isseeking aMiddle School ELATeacher for the2025-2026 School Year!

The successful candidate will show a commitment to the school community by consistently going above and beyond by intentionally building relationships with staff parents and students and by dedicating himself or herself to mastering the craft of teaching. The candidate will be eager to learn about and implement rigorous standards-aligned curriculum that sets a high bar for student learning. The candidate should demonstrate a strong understanding of the foundations of literacy instruction and of the standards of mathematical may also participate in committees and other professional activities and will perform related duties as required or requested.

In addition the successful candidate will:

• Model outstanding character in accordance with Catholic teachings and exhibit these traits through a positive classroom atmosphere and a commitment to the moral formation of our students
• Set high behavioral and academic expectations for students and be skilled at measuring and using student growth data to inform instruction
• Be an enthusiastic learner committed to his or her own growth as an educator who applies skills learned through frequent coaching grade level teamwork and professional development
• Actively participate in the school community by lending their skills and interests to coaching and moderating extracurricular activities

Experience:

• Experience teaching diverse learners and differentiating instruction (preferred)
• A track record of leading students to successfully achieve those expectations (preferred)
• Experience working with children and communities in an urban setting (preferred)

Certification Degrees and Qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree (required)
• Clearanceson all required background checks (required)

EOE:IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color we highly encourage you to apply!

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