Building Substitute (24-25 SY)

Job Description

Job Description

About Freire Schools

Established in 1999, Freire Schools (www.freireschools.org) is a network of four charter schools across Philadelphia and Delaware whose mission is to prepare students from historically underserved communities for success in college and beyond.

We're distinguished by our belief in every student who walks through our doors, our strong code of conduct and commitment to peace that ensures a safe environment for all, our sense of family throughout our community, and our joyous and engaged classrooms that focus on academic achievement.

As evidence of our impact, in 2023 Stanford's Center for Research on Education Outcomes ranked Freire Schools in the top 15 in the country for academic gains out of 368 charter networks nationwide.

About the team

For this High School Building Substitute position, you'll be working for our high school in north Philadelphia called TECH Freire Charter School (9th-12th Grade) : TECH Freire reimagines the college prep high school by blending state-of-the-art equipment and hands-on learning with the rigor of the time-tested Freire Schools liberal arts program to help each of our students truly thrive.

We have a culture that demands excellence from our students while providing them the supports they need to achieve at high levels and prepare for college.

100% of TECH Freire's Class of 2023 were accepted to at least 63 colleges and universities and earned over $4 million in college scholarships and aid.

TECH Freire offers students the power to build their future.

TECH Freire Charter School (9-12) : 2221 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19132

What you'll do

As a High School Building Substitute, you'll ensure that students are working in a safe, productive environment so that student's learning is not compromised in the absence of staff.

You'll be an integrated member of Freire's school community and get to know a wide range of our students and staff!

Responsibilities

• Cover classes throughout the day and maintain a classroom culture of learning and safety for all students using provided lesson / coverage plans.
• Monitor additional spaces as needed such as lunch, hallways, recess, etc.
• Model professionalism and overall Freire the values of community, teamwork, and a commitment to peace.

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.

The preferred qualifications are a bonus, not a requirement.

Minimum requirements

• At least 1 year of previous successful experience working with urban youth
• Positive attitude, sense of humor, and willingness to do "whatever it takes" to get a job done
• Ability to work well individually and as part of a team

Preferred qualifications

Valid PA teaching certificate preferred

Compensation

The annual salary range for this position is $40,000 - $46,000. Our competitive 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.

Freire Schools is committed to maintaining a workplace environment that is free from all forms of discrimination and discriminatory harassment, in service of the policy goal to provide all persons equal access to all categories of employment regardless of a person's actual or perceived race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, ethnic background, marital status, pregnancy or related conditions, disability, veteran / military status, or any other category protected by state or federal law.