Music Teacher

Job description Esperanza Cyber Charter School (ECCS) is located in North Philadelphia. ECCS has a strong commitment to teacher/staff collaboration and support. ECCS is currently seeking mission-driven Secondary Music Teacher applicants that align with ECCS's mission and enthusiasm for equity for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year. Esperanza Cyber Charter School Mission Esperanza Cyber Charter School (ECCS) prepares students in grades three through twelve to meet the challenges of living creatively and productively in an increasingly technologically sophisticated and interconnected world. ECCS will provide students with an academically rigorous, yet flexible, online learning program that tailors learning experiences to each child through a combination of curriculum choices and virtual and in-person tutoring and counseling. Students will explore career directions that coincide with their interests and strengths beginning at the earliest ages, and will begin "majors" in particular career areas starting with the middle grades. ECCS is targeted toward underserved and at-risk students who have not always found success in traditional schools. ECCS places students on a pathway to post-secondary success.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred Valid Pennsylvania Teacher Certification in subject area: Music PK-12 A minimum of two years experience in an urban setting with high percentages of ELD and SPED students A passion for education and a belief that your zip code does not dictate your destiny Ability to reliably commute to building

RESPONSIBILITIES

Assume personal responsibility for the academic progress of all students Implement a coherent, research-based curriculum Document all lesson plans, assignments, rubrics, and other instructional materials and methods Use consistent school-wide practices and individualized methods to engage students in the classroom Virtual classroom management by creating, monitoring, and sustaining a disciplined school culture of high academic and behavioral standards Provide virtual structure in the classroom by developing and reinforcing school-wide rules and expectations Ensure smooth operation of all virtual classroom instructional functions without excuses or exceptions

SKILLS:

Ability to develop and use a variety of assessment data to refine curricula and instructional practice Ability to evaluate academic achievement through detailed data analysis of student performance Effective communication skills and ability to maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues Ability to develop and maintain positive, strong virtual classroom culture Strong technology skills and an ability to learn new programs

BENEFITS

Possibility of a flexible work from home schedule Professional Development Training for cyber environment Paid time off 403b contribution matching Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Life and disability insurance Flexible spending account All applicants must have current FBI fingerprints, PA Criminal, and Child Abuse background checks, as well as the appropriate instructional certification.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance