High School - ESL - English as a Second Language (Fluent in Spanish) Teacher - 9th-12th grade

About Mastery Schools

Founded in 2001, Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students. Our mission is to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it is the reason we exist. Every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success, pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.

Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated. We are committed to creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence.

About the Multilingual Programs

The Multilingual Programs at Mastery Schools are built on the belief that native language skills are a true asset that transfer to secondary language learning. Students receiving ELD services are taught social and instructional language in tandem with the academic language of Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies throughout each stage of English proficiency. ESL teachers work with multilingual learners to build language capacity, gain greater levels of access to the curriculum, and bridge students' prior learning and experiences into English-instructed classrooms.

Mastery values the language and cultural diversity that English Learners bring into our schools. We strive to incorporate the literature and historical perspectives of our multilingual learners into the curriculum, school community, and classroom culture. Whether you are starting your teaching career or looking to launch a new chapter, your passion and experience will be deeply valued. Your opportunities for growth and impact will be limitless, with training and support provided to help you become an incredibly effective teacher.

Your Experience at Mastery

As a Mastery team member, you will be trusted to make decisions and held accountable for critical results. You will engage in a positive and professional workplace embedded in a warm, joyful, student-centered, and welcoming school culture. You will collaborate with school leaders and grade-level teams to analyze data, share best practices, and plan events that bring joy and humor to the school day. You will build genuine relationships with families, maintaining regular communication to support their children's education. We look for individuals who demonstrate a genuine interest, belief, and care for students' personal and academic success, coupled with a drive for personal excellence and solutions-oriented resiliency.

Why You Should Apply

Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.

Equal Opportunity

Mastery Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment where all individuals are treated with dignity and respect.