Math and Science Teachers (26-27 SY)

Middle School (Grades 6-8) Teacher Independence Mission Schools (IMS) educate students of all faiths living throughout Philadelphia. Our inspiring new network of 14 schools blends the best of Catholic education with innovative teaching strategies designed to meet the unique learning needs of all students. Teachers at IMS enjoy ongoing development through coaching, mentorship, and professional development and a benefits package that matches 403b contributions, provides low-cost healthcare, and guarantees paid sick time and personal time. We are seeking Middle School (Grades 6-8) Teacher candidates for the 2026-2027 school year for upcoming vacancies in Math and Science across our network. Please note, candidates may also need to teach Religion. Successful candidates: Believe in the mission and vision of IMS and are excited about working in diverse communities Model outstanding character traits according to the ethics, values, and philosophy of the Catholic teachings, and exhibit these traits through a positive classroom atmosphere Model a growth mindset for themselves and others and demonstrate this growth mindset through enthusiastic application of new learning and feedback Hold themselves highly-accountable for their work and demonstrate a commitment to accomplish ambitious goals Set high behavioral and academic expectations for all students Are experts in their content areas and understand their content's Common Core State Standards (CCSS) Understand data-driven instruction and other best instructional practices to ensure aligned, effective learning experiences Believe in the power of collaboration and work well with a team of subject and grade level colleagues to integrate cross-curricular instruction and real-world problem solving skills across all classrooms Lend their skills and interests to coaching and moderating extra-curricular activities Communicate effectively with families, peers, and leadership to build a strong classroom community Plan meticulously and remain highly-organized to ensure every student has an excellent learning experience Perform other duties as needed or as assigned Experience: Experience teaching diverse learners and differentiating instruction (preferred) A track record of leading students to successfully achieve those expectations (preferred) Experience working with children and communities in an urban setting (preferred) Certification, Degrees, and Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (required) Clearance on all required background checks (required) EOE: IMS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and celebrates staff diversity. We strive to be and build a diverse team that is representative of our students and the communities in which we serve. If you identify as an individual of color, we highly encourage you to apply! *Please note that this is a general pool job posting; any applications submitted here will be considered for any current and future openings within the network (based on your regional and grade preferences). If you are highly interested in a school-specific posting (i.e. "Grade 3 at IMS School"), please submit an application to the school-specific posting to let us know of your interest. There is no limit on the number of applications you can submit. Various Schools