About us Roots Learning Academy is a small Christian hybrid school that runs from Tuesdays-Thursdays from 9am-4pm. Our goal is to give professional education to homeschooled students. We believe in hands-on, technology free education. Our Harmony Baptist campus currently accepts students from PreK through 7th grade.

Our school benefits include:

Small class sizes Individualized education Open and go curriculum Games and hands-on activities Family feel

Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and dedicated Middle School Teacher to join our team. As a Middle School Teacher, you will play a crucial role in shaping the minds and futures of young students. This is an opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of homeschooled children and contribute to their educational development. We are currently hiring for the 2026-2027 school year, beginning September 2026 with training throughout the end of August. Our school runs from 9:00am-2:00pm Tuesdays-Thursdays with optional additional hours from 2:00-4:00pm

Responsibilities:

• Work in small groups of 4-6 students based of academic ability to teach math and reading
• Work with parent helpers to assist the children not directly working with you
• Implement curriculum in a fun and engaging way
• Plan and implement games and activities
• Provide instruction in various subjects, including literacy, math, science, and social studies
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support their academic growth by sending weekly parent emails
• Utilize screen free teaching strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles and abilities
• Collaborate with other teachers to enhance curriculum materials and coteach classes
• Foster a supportive and respectful Christian classroom community that promotes positive behavior
• Provide guidance and mentorship to students, promoting their social development
• Communicate regularly with Director of Education regarding student progress and achievements

Requirements:

• Teacher Certification (active or inactive) in any grade range or subject
• Strong math skills, with the ability to teach up through Algebra
• At least 2 years experience teaching in a classroom or group setting
• Knowledge of Pennsylvania homeschool law
• Homeschooling or tutoring experience preferred Join our family at Roots to support these students in a meaningful and encouraging way!
• Job includes one student to attend tuition free, others at a discounted rate.
• We typically start all teachers off at $20-25/hour.

Working 15-20 hours a week, this job pays about $300-500/week for a 34 week school year. Please evaluate if this is financially doable for you and your family before applying.

Job Type:

Part-time Pay:

$20.00

• $30.

00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Application Question(s): Do you have children that would be attending Roots as a student while you teach?

Experience:

Teaching:

1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

Teaching Certification (Required) Ability to

Commute:

New Castle, PA 16101 (Required) Ability to

Relocate:

New Castle, PA 16101: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person