Organization: Maritime Academy Charter School
Location: 2700 East Huntingdon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125
Maritime Academy has an opening for a High School Mathematics teacher to provide Geometry instruction to our 10th grade students. Maritime Academy offers a safe, friendly working environment, as well as a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 403b retirement plan (alternative to PSERS) with a generous employer match. For more details and to apply, please visit our website: https://maritimecharter.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Qualifications
Qualifications for Maritime Academy teaching professionals include:
- Current PA Math 7-12 Teaching Certification is required
- Current FBI, PA Criminal, and PA Child Abuse clearances required
- A belief that all students should be held to high academic standards
- Commitment to urban education
- Strong content knowledge
- Highly skilled at teaching a standards-based curriculum and incorporating innovative approaches to instruction
- Strong work ethic, positive attitude, teamwork and leadership skills
- High physical and emotional energy
- Excellent communication skills
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion
Join Us!
We are looking for teachers and team members who strive for excellence, are committed to improving student learning and demonstrate a high level of professional conduct – and who genuinely believe in our school culture, which is grounded in the theme: BE RICH IN KINDNESS! If you are interested in being considered for a position with Maritime Academy, please complete the application process on our website: https://maritimecharter.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx.
Salary and Benefits
Maritime Academy offers a competitive benefits and salary package, including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, at no cost to the employee. Employees do not participate in the state PSERS pension plan; however, a comparable, alternate 403b plan with a generous match is offered to all new employees. All teaching positions are 10-month positions, paid over 12 months.
Professional Development and Collaboration
Maritime Academy is dedicated to providing professional learning opportunities for our staff. One full day per month is set aside on the school calendar as a staff professional development day, which allows for collaboration and planning time, as well as opportunities for professional growth and learning. Also, our tuition reimbursement program provides a benefit of up to $1,000 per school year for continuing education and professional development opportunities. In addition, our Teacher Induction Program supports the professional growth of our new teachers by providing methods, strategies and techniques to manage their classrooms and develop the skills that are associated with highly effective teachers.
About Our School – Quick Facts
- Currently serving approximately 900 students in grades K through 12
- Two school campuses located in the Northeast section of Philadelphia: Elementary and middle school students attend classes in several historical buildings in the Frankford Arsenal campus (2275 Bridge Street, Philadelphia, PA 19137), and High school students attend classes at the Douglas School campus in the Port Richmond section of the city (2700 East Huntingdon Street, Philadelphia, PA 19125)
- Class sizes average 25 students
- Special theme of maritime studies integrated throughout the curriculum
MACS is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, gender, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $48,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Grade school specialties:
Physical setting:
Schedule:
License/Certification:
- PA Math 7-12 Teacher Certification (Required)
Work Location: In person
