26-27 High School Life Skills Teacher

Thank you for your interest in joining Belmont Charter Network! We’re excited that you’re considering a career with us. At Belmont, our mission is to provide each student with a high-quality education supported by services that meet the needs of the whole child. Our success starts with passionate, dedicated team members who believe in the power of education to create lasting change.

We’re always looking for talented individuals who are committed to equity, collaboration, and growth—both for themselves and the communities we serve. 

Belmont Charter Network is a family of 5 community schools centered on the central mission to promote the academic, social, and emotional well-being of each child. Our schools are supported by a non-profit partner to provide holistic services to the school, including out-of-school time, our social work project, and Head Start.  How do we do this?  We do it by ensuring our students have access to complete support both in and out of the classroom through a talented team of teachers, leaders, social workers, and partners.

We believe that schools and learning should be joyful!

You can find more about our core values and vision here.  We believe that education is the single biggest way we can disrupt the systemic racism that impacts Philadelphia and, by extension, our country.  We are a mission-centered organization that has grown since our founding over 20 years ago to be the organization that serves Philadelphia today.   Learn more about our partners who support this vision by creating a full scope of community support for our students and families.  Our approach is grounded in trauma-informed practice, which you can read more about here.

Your areas of knowledge and expertise:

• Demonstrated skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Creative problem solving
• A commitment to being a lifelong learner, a commitment to refining your craft
• A knack for connecting with people across differences, including parents, colleagues, and students.

Position Summary:

The High School Life Skills Teacher plans and delivers a structured special education instructional program that supports students in developing foundational academic skills aligned to Belmont Charter Network’s mission and standards. This role focuses on building functional literacy and numeracy through direct instruction, with coursework connected to real-world applications such as independent living, employment, and community access. The teacher integrates themes like goal-setting, healthy lifestyles, and personal safety while maintaining a primary emphasis on core math and reading/writing development. The position operates under the supervision of the Head of School. 

This is a 10-month position that reports to the Head of School or designee.

Core Responsibilities

• Instructional Planning & Delivery
• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lesson plans aligned to student needs and established procedures
• Develop schemes of work, assessments, and instructional materials
• Establish and communicate clear learning objectives for all activities
• Provide a variety of resources to support active learning
• Use technology to enhance and differentiate instruction
  
  
• Specialized Instruction & Student Support
• Provide push-in and pull-out services in math, reading, writing, and social skills
• Instruct and support students in the use of learning materials and tools
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Prepare classroom environments that support student learning
  
  
• IEP Management & Compliance
• Maintain IEP documentation for an assigned caseload
• Collect and track data on IEP goals, including behavior plans
• Ensure all records and reports are accurate and compliant with legal and school requirements
• Prepare required reports on student progress and services
  
  
• Student Assessment & Progress Monitoring
• Observe and evaluate student performance and development
• Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests, and assessments
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students
• Monitor individual progress and adjust instruction accordingly
• Maintain accurate records of student achievement and growth
  
  
• Classroom Management & Learning Environment
• Establish and enforce classroom rules and procedures
• Maintain a structured, safe, and inclusive classroom environment
• Manage student behavior in alignment with school policies
  
  
• Communication & Collaboration
• Communicate regularly with students, families, and colleagues regarding progress and needs
• Participate in school, department, district, and parent meetings
• Collaborate with staff to support student success

Additional Responsibilities

• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, promptly return phone calls, and answer emails.
• Participate in appropriate professional activities.
• Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs, and student organizations as directed.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS

• Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with students from diverse cultural, economic, and ability backgrounds.
• B.A./B.S. degree from an accredited institution;
• 2-3 years of special education classroom experience, preferably in urban education;
• Valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate;
• Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Background Check Clearance (Act 34)
• Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151)
• Federal Bureau of Investigation Record Check Clearance (Act 114)
• Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Clearance (Act 168)

Thank you for taking the time to apply to Belmont Charter Network. We truly appreciate your interest and the effort you put into your application. Our team is committed to ensuring that every candidate receives communication and updates throughout the hiring process.

We value your time and interest, and we look forward to learning more about you as we continue our review process.