Upper Elementary Teacher - Deep Roots Charter School

Join the vibrant team at Deep Roots Charter School in Philadelphia, PA, as a full time lead Upper Elementary Teacher! This onsite position offers a unique opportunity to directly impact young minds in a fun, energetic, and forward-thinking environment. Collaborate with passionate educators and make a difference while fostering a supportive community for our students. With a competitive salary ranging from $51,000 to $75,000, you can thrive in a role that emphasizes purpose and service in education.

You will have benefits such as Medical, Dental, Vision, 403b, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Account, Competitive Salary, and Paid Time Off. Be part of an organization that values your dedication and commitment to student success. Your journey towards enriching lives starts here!

A little about Deep Roots Charter School

The mission of Deep Roots Charter School is to teach disciplined learners and to empower them to grow and serve in their community, in college, and beyond. Deep Roots is an actively anti-racist and inclusive organization. We serve all students, support all families, and advocate for our communities. Our learners and team will discover their purpose, potential and actively work to dismantle barriers within and beyond our walls. Our core values are "practice, service, and purpose" and we incorporate JOY into everything we do.

summary of responsibilities

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Design and implement engaging educational experiences that support the diverse learning needs of all students.
• Provide multimodal instruction with multiple opportunities for practice and reinforcement.
• Collaborate with parents, administrators, and support staff to promote students' academic, social, and emotional development.
• Develop and implement individualized learning plans for students as needed to enhance their educational experience.
• Create and distribute progress reports quarterly to inform parents and guardians of student growth and areas for improvement.
• Deliver direct and indirect instructional support to foster a positive and inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Teach academic subjects using a variety of techniques, including hands-on activities, visual aids, and differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning styles.
• Establish and enforce classroom expectations and procedures that create a safe and productive learning atmosphere.
• Maintain accurate student records and prepare reports on academic progress and classroom activities, in accordance with school policies and regulations.
• Develop strategies for effective communication, monitoring, and follow-up for all students in the classroom.
• Provide support and interventions for students in need, ensuring all students feel valued and included.
• Collect and analyze data to inform instructional practices and support student achievement.

Qualifications:

• The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in student-centered, data driven classroom community
• Genuine interest, belief, and care for students' personal and academic success
• Commitment to professional growth, self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback, practice, and a desire to continuously improve
• A positive, growth mindset and a drive for personal excellence
• A strong sense of professional responsibility as well as personal accountability for student achievement
• Solutions-oriented resiliency to respond positively and effectively to challenges
• Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement
• Teacher certification- completed or in process
• Commitment to and experience working with underserved communities
• Determination to drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students

Get started with our team!

If you have these qualities and meet the basic job requirements, we'd love to have you on our team. Apply now using our online application!