Christopher Columbus Charter School (CCCS)
Position: Special Education Teacher
Location: Philadelphia, PA 19147
CHRISTOPHER COLUMBUS CHARTER SCHOOL IS SEEKING INDIVIDUALS WHO ARE READY TO EDUCATE & INSPIRE STUDENTS IN PHILADELPHIA!
We currently have Special Education Teacher openings in grades K-8 for the 2023-2024 school year.
A PA Special Education Teacher certification is required.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
In order to qualify for this position, candidates must have current and acceptable completion of (or ability to obtain prior to employment):
- Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification (Act 24)
- PA State Police Criminal History Clearance (Act 34)
- FBI Criminal History Clearance (Act 114)
- Mandated Child Abuse Reporter Training (Act 126)
- Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151)
- Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release (Act 168)
- Recent Physical/Tuberculosis Test
In addition, the following are needed:
- PA Special Education Teaching Certification required
- A flexible personality that demonstrates enthusiasm, celebrates success, and responds positively to adversity, with interpersonal skills that relate well with students, staff, administration, and parents
- A strong work ethic and an excellent attendance record
- Strong communication skills
- An unwavering belief in the transformative power of quality charter schools and that all students can learn and achieve at high levels
Christopher Columbus Charter School is an AA/EOE committed to the development of an inclusive, multicultural community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, ancestry, national origin, age or sex.
About Our School
Christopher Columbus Charter School is located in in the heart of South Philadelphia's "Italian Market" area. At its inception in 1999, the school served students in grades K, 1, 2, and 3. Each year a grade was added, until it became a K-8 school. Presently, the school is serving 772 students. There are two facilities: the North Building, located at 916 Christian Street, houses students in grades K-5, and the South Building, located at 1242-46 South 13th Street, houses students in grades 5-8. Christopher Columbus Charter School students are a microcosm of the city. CCCS is a multicultural school serving families with various levels of income. The students experience rigorous academic learning and the development of positive character traits through an on-going character development program. The administration makes every effort to see that all stakeholders in the school community are involved and accommodated, in order to ensure that all CCCS students receive the best education possible.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
Experience:
- Teaching: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- PA Special Education Teaching Certificate (Required)
Work Location: In person