# Elementary Science Teacher - 3rd-5th Grade - 2026/2027 School Year

**Company**: Mastery Schools
**Location**: Philadelphia, PA
**Work arrangement**: onsite
**Job type**: Full-Time 2026-27 School Year
**Salary**: $60,900 to $112,700
**Category**: Education
**Industry**: Education

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## Description

Mastery Schools is seeking an Elementary Science Teacher for the 2026/2027 school year to join our team in Philadelphia, PA.

About Mastery: Mastery Schools is a public charter network of 23 K-12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving more than 14,000 students. At Mastery, we're on a mission to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams.

The Opportunity: As a Science teacher at Mastery, you will have the opportunity to empower students to become active participants in their own learning, fostering deep understanding, critical thinking, and a lifelong passion for scientific exploration. You will implement rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments in cooperation with Mastery school-based leadership and curricular resources developed by Mastery’s central office Academic Team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

- Drive student achievement and set high expectations for all students

- Commit to professional growth, self-reflection, a receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve

- Implement rigorous and appropriate lesson plans, assignments, and assessments

- Work closely with school leaders to analyze student assessment data to measure progress and use data to inform instruction

- Collaborate in grade level teams to discuss student work, share best practices, plan events, and ensure student mastery of standards

- Engage families in their children’s education by building relationships and maintaining regular communication

- Demonstrate genuine interest, belief, and care for students’ personal and academic success

- Respond positively and effectively to challenges with a solutions-oriented resiliency

Education, Experience, and Skills:

- Bachelor’s degree required with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement

- Teacher certification - completed or in process

- Demonstrated expertise in subject area

- Outstanding instructional skills driven by data and delivered through rigorous and engaging strategies

Salary and Bonus Information:

- New teachers start at $60,900, with Mastery offering up to $86,700 based on experience and education

- Salaries range from $60,900 to $112,700, with growth opportunities as your career progresses

- Eligible for a $5,000 bonus and up to $5,000 for relocation expenses

Benefits Package:

- 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery for full-time employees)

- Enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees

- Robust Employee Assistance Program

- Mental health and counseling programs

- Annual Professional Development Fund

- Discounts and perks at various retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and more

## Skills

### Required
- Teacher certification
- Instructional skills
- Data analysis
- Communication

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