About the team

For this Middle School Special Education Teacher position, you'll be working for our middle school in center city Philadelphia called Freire Charter Middle School (5th-8th Grade): Freire Schools' youngest Dragons are preparing for college and changing what it means to be in middle school. We're constantly applying a persistent growth mindset to challenge the limits of what's possible in middle school and prepare students to succeed in a college prep high school. Freire Schools is committed to peace at all levels of its community, and aims to create a safe and welcoming environment for our middle school students.

What you'll do

• This long term substitute assignment runs from the start of November 2025 to February 2026 and has potential for employment through the remainder of the school year based on need and fit.

As a member of Freire's special education team, you'll ensure that all of the students on your caseload have access to high-quality instruction and support. This is a position serves 7th and 8th Grade students in a science co-taught classroom.

Responsibilities

• Co-teach 5th and 6th grade social studies and create and maintain a classroom culture of critical thinking, learning, respect, and high achievement for all students.
• Manage a caseload of students ranging from 12-20 students.
• Familiarize yourself with IEPs and specially designed instructional/behavioral accommodations for the students on your caseload.
• Establish consistent communication rhythms with families regarding individual student progress and school related information.
• Actively participate in professional development and collaboration with staff to support the needs of our students.

Who you are

You possess an unwavering belief that our students are capable of success, and you both exude and cultivate our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity. We're looking for someone who meets the minimum requirements to be considered for the role. If you meet these requirements, you are encouraged to apply.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher
• Valid state teaching certification or the ability and willingness to obtain certification.
• Positive attitude, sense of humor, and willingness to do whatever it takes to get a job done
• At least 2 years of previous successful experience working with diverse student populations

Pay and benefits

• Salaries for certified teachers entering their first year of teaching start at $60,000. Freire Schools also offers a top-tier benefits package, a strong commitment to developing all staff as professionals, and the opportunity to work with the best students in Philadelphia.

The overall annual salary range for this role is $50,000 - $85,000. We offer a competitive salary based on your experience and qualifications. Our benefits package includes health, dental, vision, and more. Pennsylvania employees are enrolled in Freire's 403(b) retirement plan which includes a 5% contribution from Freire.