Content Teacher K-8

Universal Companies·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

$59,000 - $74,000/yrFull Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 6 months ago

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Content Teacher K-8 · $59,000 - $74,000/yr

How this role compares

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+4% vs. median posted salary for classroom teacher roles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania ($56,650, n=129)

208 similar openings in the Philadelphia area · median $56,650

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this role: $59,000median $56,650

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 129 posted classroom teacher roles in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania salarys. This role sits in the 68th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 4% above the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania median for classroom teacher roles.

The Content Teacher will be responsible for creating a positive school culture focused on student achievement and growth in an urban setting. Key duties include implementing the established curriculum, developing rigorous lesson plans and assessments, and analyzing student data to inform instruction.

Job Title: Content Teacher (Grades K-8)

Supervisor Job Title: Principal

Employment Status: Full-time

FLSA Status: Salary; Exempt

The management services offered to our family of charter schools, allows us to collectively become a change agent and national leader in urban education as evidenced by student awareness of self, high academic achievement, positive school culture and community transformation wherever we serve.

Essential Functions

The Content Teacher (Grades K-8) will create a warm and welcoming school culture that is driven by student achievement, growth, and commitment to students in an urban environment.

Responsibilities

Implement Universal’s curriculum and instructional strategies and utilize classroom routines and procedures with consistency.
Develop rigorous lesson plans, homework assignments and assessments.
Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data and use data to inform instruction.
Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, and ensure student mastery of standards.
Form and maintain relationships with students’ families, including phone calls and conferences.
Participate in on-going professional development in the spirit of continuous improvement.
Perform related work as required.

Requirements/Qualifications

Education: Valid PA Certification

Bachelor’s degree

Additional Qualifications

Ability to adjust instructional strategies in order to reach year-end goals.
A strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
A belief that all students should be held to high standards.
A positive attitude and a drive for personal excellence
Outstanding instructional skills, including the ability to motivate and challenge students and maintain an orderly classroom.
Demonstrates commitment to Universal’s mission and success.

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $59,000 - $74,000/yr
Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Posted: Mar 3, 2026
Application: Employer website

Classroom teacher roles remain competitive in Pennsylvania

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