What are the responsibilities and job description for the High School English Teacher position at Boys' Latin of Philadelphia Charter School?
High School English Teacher – 2025-2026 School Year
A full-time, competitively paid teaching position at a first-rate college preparatory school for boys.
Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia seeks a High School English Teacher charged with developing within students the ability to read critically, interpret logically, and communicate effectively in both written and oral expression. To facilitate this learning, the teacher will deliver curricula centered on the careful examination of literature, leveraging works representing diverse voices and experiences across each major genre (fiction, nonfiction, drama, poetry, and media). The teacher will provide structured, sustained, and highly articulated practice in the recursive processes entailed in reading, critical analysis, and composing. In class, students will read and write independently, work collaboratively in groups, make presentations of texts they have read, recite declamations, and participate in small and large group discussions. The typical student takes Literature I and Composition I in Grade 9, Literature II and Composition II in Grade 10, American Literature in Grade 11, and British literature in Grade 12. Advanced Placement English Literature and Composition courses are offered to upperclassmen.
Why Teach at Boys’ Latin?
We offer more than a job – we offer a fulfilling career with exceptional benefits including:
- Competitive Salary – We recognize and reward the expertise and dedication of our educators.
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans – 100% Employer-Paid for employees and their dependents. 100% Employer-Paid deductibles ($5,000 for employees / $10,000 for families).
- Generous PTO for work-life balance.
- Up to $2,500 per school year for tuition reimbursement and professional development, including Praxis prep fees – because we invest in your growth.
- Retirement plan with employer match – (PSERS included for current participants).
- Employee discount & wellness programs.
- Teacher/Staff Leadership Stipends: Employees selected to lead key departments, initiatives, or programs beyond the scope of core professional responsibilities are eligible for stipends throughout the year.
- Teacher supply stipend – each employee receives up to $150 allowance for additional beginning-of- year supplies and classroom/office décor.
- A Supportive, Mission-Driven Community – Teach in an environment where your impact is valued.
- Daily complimentary coffee and snacks.
- A structured school calendar that promotes work-life balance.
Responsibilities
- Plan, develop, and deliver a college preparatory curriculum that is aligned with PA Common Core standards and best practices.
- Assess students regularly and use data to drive instruction as well as to provide remediation and enrichment based on individual student need and ability.
- Communicate students’ progress toward realizing fitness goals, partnering with parents and school personnel to provide instructional and emotional support and resources.
- Build a classroom environment that is welcoming, academic, joyful, and safe.
- Commit to the school’s extended day structure, serving students outside of the regular school day, and teaching in the Saturday School and summer academy programs.
- Sponsor extracurricular activities as part of the school’s award-winning Leadership Academy.
- Enforce the Student Code of Conduct and serve as a culture keeper of the Boys’ Latin mission.
Qualifications
We are looking for exceptional teachers possessing the following competencies:
- Unwavering commitment to the school’s mission of preparing boys for success in college and beyond.
- Desire to continuously learn and increase effectiveness as a teacher and professional to drive results among students.
- Willingness to be flexible and go above and beyond to meet the needs of all students.
- Ability to cultivate strong relationships with all members of the school community, including students, parents, faculty and staff members, administrators, and external partners.
- Be a subject area expert, strategic problem-solver, and dedicated team player.
- Bachelor’s degree and PA state certification.
Visit our website for detailed job descriptions and application – www.boyslatin.org/careers.
Boys’ Latin of Philadelphia is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of the school to not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, color, age, gender, height, weight, disability, religion, marital status, or sexual orientation in any of its employment practices, educational programs, services or activities.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 403(b)
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- Charter school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $2,500
