Elementary History Teacher 3Rd-5Th Grade -2025/2026 School Year Position Available In Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

About Mastery:

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. This role is eligible for a $2,000 bonus as well as up to $5,000 for relocation expenses! New teachers start at $60,000, with Mastery offering up to $82,000 based on experience and education. Salaries range from $60,000 to $111,000, with growth opportunities as your career progresses.

The Opportunity:

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 Kindergarten through 12th Grades, Mastery’s students learn history, civics, geography, and

Economics:

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Kinder:

TCI – Social Studies Alive! Me and My World• 1st

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TCI – Social Studies Alive! My School and Family• 2nd

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TCI – Social Studies Alive! My Community• 3rd

Grade:

TCI – Social Studies Alive! Our Community and Beyond• 4th

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TCI – Social Studies Alive! Regions of Our Country• 5th

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TCI – Social Studies Alive! America’s Past• 6th

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TCI – Geography Alive! Regions and People• 7th

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TCI – History Alive! The World Through 1750• 8th

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TCI – History Alive! The United States Through Modern Times•

High School:

African American History, World History, US History, and Government/Economics (as well as have the chance to take AP classes). 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.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Commit to ongoing professional development in the spirit of continuous improvementDevelop and implement rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in cooperation with Mastery school-based leadership and curricular resources developed by Mastery’s Central Office Academic TeamWork closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instructionCollaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, plan events for joy and humor, and ensure student mastery of standardsEngage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communicationDemonstrate genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic successCommit to professional growth, self-reflection, a receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve

Education, Experience, and Skills:

Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievementTeacher certification – completed or in processDemonstrated expertise in subject areaCommitment to and experience working with underserved communitiesDetermination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all studentsThe ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student-centered, standards-driven classroom communityA positive mindset and a drive for personal excellenceSolutions-oriented resiliency to respond positively and effectively to challengesOutstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies

Physical Requirements:

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.

Mastery’s Benefits Package:

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), 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 a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. !

Annual Calendar:

As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our . We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!

Why You Should Apply:

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.