Physical Education Teacher (2021-22)

Location: 3300 Henry Avenue, Philadelphia, PA

Start Date: Summer 2019

Network Website: www.hebrewpublic.org

School Website: www.philadelphiahebrewpublic.org

About the Organization:

Hebrew Public Charter Schools for Global Citizens . Hebrew Public is a national network of diverse-by-design public charter schools that teach children of all backgrounds to become productive global citizens. Our schools are models of racial and economic integration, academic excellence, and foreign language learning.

Hebrew Public's network currently contains nine schools (six elementary and three K-8) in four states and the District of Columbia, serving more than 2,500 students. In New York City, we serve as the Charter Management Organization for schools in Brooklyn and Harlem.

The network's first school in Philadelphia, Philadelphia Hebrew Public plans to open in August 2019, serving 156 students in kindergarten and 1st grade. The school will add a grade level each year until it ultimately serves grades K to 8 in the 2026-27 school year. PHP will provide students with a sophisticated core curriculum in English Language Arts, mathematics, Modern Hebrew, the sciences, social studies, art, music, and physical education. The School is fully committed to a culturally diverse faculty and student body. The school is eager to consider applications from traditionally underrepresented groups.

About the Position:

This is an exciting time to join Philadelphia Hebrew Public and serve as a founding physical education teacher. Join a remarkable community of educators and social changemakers who are passionate about meaningful integration and global education and are relentlessly committed to ensuring students from all backgrounds attain high levels of academic achievement. We select individuals who share our vision and are willing to put in the hard work to achieve it. We are seeking a physical education teacher who is passionate about physical education, is a team player, and operates with a high sense of urgency and possesses a strong work ethic. Candidates for this position do NOT need to speak Modern Hebrew.

Teacher Job Responsibilities:

• Produce quality Common Core aligned lesson plans that strive for higher-level objectives while accommodating all learning styles;
• Analyze and regularly review student assessment data from a variety of sources - both formally and informally - to drive curricular and pedagogical choices and adjustments
• Maximize learning time through effective classroom management;
• Provide an inviting, exciting, learning environment using varied instructional techniques and developmentally appropriate strategies;
• Mastery/deep knowledge in instructional subject area, with an undergraduate major or minor or graduate degree in the subject;
• Collaborate with PE teachers across the network and with Hebrew Public's Director of Israel Studies to help students explore and develop an understanding of uniquely Israeli forms of movement, sports and games
• Prior experience around Israel studies is welcomed but not required. Hebrew Public will provide training and support in these areas
• Evidence of student achievement growth in previous teaching roles;
• Strong desire to collaborate with other faculty and instructional leaders to discuss student work and ensure curricular coherence;
• Strong desire to engage families through intentional relationship building and ongoing communication;
• Passion physical education in schools and the ability to connect with and motivate, individually and collectively, a diverse group of students;
• A strong commitment to all students with the belief that all students can learn and must be held to high academic standards;
• Boundless energy and enthusiasm for working with students and other adults in the building;
• Commitment to professional growth through self-reflection, receptiveness to feedback and a continuous desire to improve; and
• Demonstrate a solutions-oriented mindset and flexible thinking when faced with challenges
• A person who believes in the critical importance of diversity in the life of a school

Teacher Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution required; Masters degree preferred
• A minimum of two years teaching experience preferred; experience in an urban school setting in which the students were selected by lottery and not by entrance exam or by discretionary criteria is preferred
• Hold PA teacher certification or working towards certification is preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Salary and benefits will be highly competitive and commensurate with experience.

Hebrew Public is committed to building a diverse team that reflects the communities we serve. Candidates of color and those from backgrounds that are underrepresented in school leadership roles are particularly encouraged to apply.