Location: Philadelphia, PA
Position Type: Full-Time | 2026-2027 School Year
ABOUT ESPERANZA ACADEMY
Esperanza means hope. Esperanza Academy Charter School (EACS), located in the Hunting Park section of North Philadelphia, is dedicated to serving the students within its community. We believe education can be a vehicle for social and economic advancement, especially in historically underserved communities. This core belief drives our relentless pursuit to become the best educational option for all students in the Philadelphia area.
Our proven track record of academic success with historically underserved students sets us apart. The Academy has 11th-grade test scores above the city of Philadelphia average and value-added math and reading proficiency growth is among the highest in Pennsylvania. Students graduate at a rate exceeding 90% and drop out at only 1%. For 9 out of 11 years, the Academy has been awarded a silver or bronze medal rating in the US News ranking of Best High Schools in the country.
In the fall of 2025, we opened a brand-new elementary school building, marking the completion of our expansion to a full K-12 program serving over 2,200 students. This growth will make Esperanza Academy the second-largest single charter school in Philadelphia, reinforcing our commitment to delivering high-quality education to even more students in our city.
THE OPPORTUNITY
At Esperanza Academy Charter School (EACS), we are committed to preparing students for success in college, career, and life. We seek a passionate and knowledgeable Health Sciences & Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Teacher to develop and lead engaging coursework that introduces students to healthcare careers while providing foundational medical knowledge and practical emergency response skills.
As a Health Sciences & EMT Teacher, you will equip students with the skills, knowledge, and professional experiences needed to pursue postsecondary education and careers in the healthcare industry. Through hands-on instruction, industry partnerships, and real-world learning opportunities, you will inspire students to explore a broad range of healthcare pathways while developing career-ready competencies.
This full-time position for the 2026-2027 school year offers a unique opportunity to join a mission-driven school community dedicated to preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and deliver engaging instruction in Health Sciences and Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) coursework for high school students.
- Teach foundational healthcare concepts including medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, healthcare systems, patient care, infection control, and emergency response procedures.
- Provide instruction in basic life support, first aid, CPR, and emergency medical practices aligned with industry standards.
- Create hands-on learning experiences that allow students to apply healthcare knowledge and technical skills in authentic scenarios.
- Introduce students to a wide range of healthcare careers and educational pathways, including nursing, emergency medicine, allied health professions, public health, and healthcare administration.
- Facilitate partnerships with healthcare organizations, colleges, universities, and industry professionals to enhance student learning.
- Coordinate guest speakers, healthcare career panels, site visits, and other work-based learning opportunities.
- Utilize data-driven instructional practices to monitor student growth and adjust instruction to meet diverse learning needs.
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment that promotes academic achievement and professional skill development.
- Support students in developing critical workplace competencies including communication, teamwork, professionalism, problem-solving, and leadership.
- Collaborate with administrators, counselors, teachers, families, and community partners to support student success.
- Maintain accurate student records and comply with all school, state, and program requirements.
What You Will Bring:
- A deep belief in Esperanza Academy's mission and the transformative power of learning.
- Bachelor's degree in Health Sciences, Nursing, Emergency Medical Services, Public Health, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field required.
- Pennsylvania Teaching Certification in a related content area, or eligibility to obtain certification, required before the start date.
- EMT certification, Paramedic certification, Registered Nurse (RN) licensure, or other healthcare credential strongly preferred.
- Minimum of three years of experience in healthcare, emergency medical services, health sciences education, or a related field preferred.
- Experience teaching Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses or working with high school-aged students preferred.
- Strong knowledge of healthcare systems, patient care practices, emergency response protocols, and workforce expectations.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and relationship-building skills.
- Current FBI, PA Criminal, and Child Abuse background checks (conducted within the last 12 months).
- Bilingual Spanish-English skills are preferred but not required.
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Equal Opportunity Statement
Esperanza Academy values diversity and seeks to build a team that reflects the communities we serve. We strongly encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including but not limited to BIPOC educators, multilingual educators, and individuals committed to educational equity.
Esperanza Academy provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at Esperanza Academy are based on doing what is best for kids, job requirements, and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
✔ Mission-Driven Impact: Serve students and families in a high-need community
✔ Competitive Compensation: Salary aligned to experience and expertise
✔ Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, retirement, and more from day one
✔ Work-Life Balance: Paid time off and school holidays
✔ Tuition Assistance: Up to $8,000 (after eligibility period)
✔ Career Growth: Leadership development and advancement opportunities
Pay: $56,481.00 - $85,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
