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 Responsive Literacy Teacher position, you’ll be working at Freire Charter High School in Center City, Philadelphia. Philadelphia Magazine recently named Freire Charter High School (#18) among the top high schools in Philadelphia. While we’re proud of our accomplishments, we’re not bound by tradition—if something isn’t working, we take a proactive, solutions-oriented approach. Since Freire’s founding in 1999, our network has achieved strong outcomes for students through a rigorous college-preparatory program and a deep commitment to peace, within our walls and beyond.
Freire Charter High School (9–12): 2027 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
What you’ll do
As the Responsive Literacy teacher, you will provide targeted reading instruction using the Corrective Reading scripted curriculum to full sections of 9th grade. This course is grounded in the science of reading and focuses on accelerating foundational skills and comprehension so students can access grade-level content.
Responsibilities
- Implement the Corrective Reading curriculum with fidelity to deliver explicit instruction in decoding, fluency, and comprehension to 4 sections of 9th grade. This is not a position working with students in small groups of 1-1 settings.
- Monitor student progress using data and adjust instruction to ensure measurable growth.
- Maintain a structured, supportive classroom with high expectations for all learners.
- Collaborate with special education staff, literacy specialists, and content teachers to align supports.
- Communicate regularly with families about student progress.
- Participate in professional development and team collaboration.
- Teachers may also serve as CREW Leaders, co-leading a small group focused on SEL and community building twice per week.
Who you are
You believe all students can succeed and bring our values of equity, love, critical thinking, and diversity to life through your actions and relationships. 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 required
- Valid state teaching certification or commitment to obtain
- Strong instructional skill and content knowledge
- Experience supporting students through co-teaching, accommodations, and targeted interventions
- Positive, collaborative, solution-oriented mindset
- At least two years of experience working with diverse student populations
Pay and benefits
Salaries for certified teachers entering their first year start at $60,000, with an overall salary range of $50,000–$85,000 based on experience and qualifications. Freire Schools offers a competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, a 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% employer contribution for Pennsylvania employees, and a strong commitment to developing all staff as professionals while working with exceptional students in Philadelphia.
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.
