Middle School History Teacher – 6th-8th Grade - 2026/2027 School Year
Mastery Charter Schools·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Mastery Charter Schools·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Develop and implement rigorous lesson plans while utilizing data to measure student progress and inform instruction. Collaborate with grade-level teams and engage families to ensure student mastery of standards and personal success.
Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students.
At Mastery, we’re on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.
Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.
Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
If you are obsessed with history and using the past to understand the present (as well as predict the future) then a role as a History Teacher at Mastery is for you. You will both have unit plans and guides provided by our Central Office and access to world class curriculum from TCI and the DBQ Project that will help you help your students develop a love of history.
From 7th through 12th Grades, Mastery’s students learn Ancient World History, African American History, Modern World History, US History, and Government/Economics (as well as have the chance to take AP Modern World History, AP US History, and AP Government/Economics).
At Mastery we value Continuous Improvement and want you to learn and grow in your craft. We utilize a team of Assistant Principals, central-office coaches, and school-based content teams to provide every teacher coaching and feedback. We have professional development or peer collaboration time built into our staff calendar. You will receive professional development annually and have a professional development allowance to use to further your growth.
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• Ability to physically perform the essential duties of the role, and to work in the environmental conditions required, such as: traveling to network campuses; maneuvering in office spaces (including standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, speaking loudly and clearly, seeing and hearing things both near and far away); stooping, kneeling, reaching file cabinets/shelves; fine finger and hand manipulation in use of computer, chalkboard, dry erase, &/or projectors; filing, faxing, scanning, coping, typing, mailing, and making phone calls; sitting for up to two (2) hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse, and typing.
This role is eligible for a $5,000 bonus as well as up to $5,000 for relocation expenses!
New teachers start at $60,900, with Mastery offering up to $83,500 based on experience and education.
Salaries range from $60,900 to $112,700, with growth opportunities as your career progresses.
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We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as access to the HealthAdvocate Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings [https://masterycharter.org/benefitsinfo]!
As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our calendar here [https://masterycharter.org/calendar/month/?tribe_eventcategory%5B0%5D=28&tribe_eventcategory%5B1%5D=27&tribe_eventcategory%5B2%5D=30]. We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, classroom teacher openings often draw candidates with early-childhood or childcare experience, especially when child development knowledge and classroom routines are part of the role. These positions can be competitive because employers look for strong organization, communication, time management, and current First Aid/CPR certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm the original posting for any credential or schedule details before applying.
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