What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Institute Vocational Teacher - 2025/2026 School Year (Hardy High School) position at Mastery Schools?
About Mastery:
Founded in 2001, 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. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.
Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.
Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
The Opportunity: Prepare Students for Careers in Healthcare
The Health Institute at Hardy High launches during the school year 2025–26, offering career-connected pathways for students interested in high-demand healthcare fields. Through a partnership with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), students will engage in hands-on learning, including labs, internships, and dual-enrollment courses, leading to certifications in healthcare fields through three pathway programs: Medical Assistant, Sterile Lab Processing, and Healthcare IT.
We are seeking a dynamic educator to teach the foundational Introduction to Healthcare Pathways course starting with 9th-grade students during SY25/26 and supporting the implementation of career-connected learning across grades 7-8. This role is pivotal in building students’ understanding of healthcare careers and cultivating the technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills essential for success.
Key Responsibilities
We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings !
Annual Calendar:
As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our Calendar for the 24/25 School Year . We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!
Why You Should Apply:
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Founded in 2001, 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. Student achievement is not just a goal for our organization; it's the reason we exist, and every member of our team is dedicated to securing student success. We are also committed to pursuing equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing the disparities that limit our students' choices.
Our culture is built on respect, service, and the belief that the success of our students, their families, and the communities we serve will help us achieve our mission. We foster a positive, open, and inclusive environment where honesty, humor, and continuous improvement are celebrated.
Join us in creating a model urban school district that serves all students with excellence. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
The Opportunity: Prepare Students for Careers in Healthcare
The Health Institute at Hardy High launches during the school year 2025–26, offering career-connected pathways for students interested in high-demand healthcare fields. Through a partnership with the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP), students will engage in hands-on learning, including labs, internships, and dual-enrollment courses, leading to certifications in healthcare fields through three pathway programs: Medical Assistant, Sterile Lab Processing, and Healthcare IT.
We are seeking a dynamic educator to teach the foundational Introduction to Healthcare Pathways course starting with 9th-grade students during SY25/26 and supporting the implementation of career-connected learning across grades 7-8. This role is pivotal in building students’ understanding of healthcare careers and cultivating the technical, interpersonal, and critical thinking skills essential for success.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver rigorous, engaging instruction aligned to Mastery’s curriculum and state standards.
- Integrate real-world applications and project-based learning to teach healthcare concepts.
- Foster an inclusive, student-centered classroom that encourages inquiry, collaboration, and resilience.
- Build students’ knowledge of healthcare pathways, including healthcare IT, sterile lab processing, and medical assisting.
- Collaborate with colleagues to create interdisciplinary connections and align instructional practices.
- Use data-driven strategies to assess and support student learning.
- Develop and maintain relationships with families to support student success.
- Provide support to Hardy High teaching colleagues for planning and implementation of health care career awareness activities in middle school classrooms in grades 7-8.
- Support the planning and development of curriculum materials for advanced specialized health care career pathway coursework for students in grades 10-12 in future school years.
- Education: Bachelor’s degree (required); degrees in healthcare, education, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: At least five years of experience in the healthcare industry (highly preferred); experience in education and/or workforce development is a plus.
- Certification:
- Valid teaching certification (or eligibility for an Emergency Teaching Certification).
- Industry-recognized credentials in healthcare fields such as: RN, LPN, CMA, CSLPT, or CompTIA A (preferred).
- Skills:
- Strong understanding of healthcare fields and industry trends.
- Ability to develop engaging, standards-aligned lessons.
- Effective communication and collaboration skills.
- Commitment to continuous improvement, equity, and high expectations for all students.
- $5,000 signing bonus and relocation support of up to $5,000!
- Competitive starting salary: $60,000–$106,500, based on experience and education.
- Access to unparalleled professional development and coaching to ensure your growth and success.
- Comprehensive benefits, including retirement plans, mental health support, and professional growth stipends.
We offer a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth. Some of our most popular benefits include our 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (with a 5% match from Mastery), enrollment in the State of New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, and discounts and perks at a myriad of retailers, travel organizations, insurance providers, and so much more, as well as a Benefits VIP Helpdesk to help you navigate various benefits-related topics. Please go here to see all of our Benefits offerings !
Annual Calendar:
As you plan to make Mastery your new work home, please feel free to review our Calendar for the 24/25 School Year . We like to think our calendar is a benefit of working here too!
Why You Should Apply:
Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they can perform every job description task. We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and that candidate may come from a less traditional background. Mastery may consider an equivalent combination of knowledge, skills, education, and experience to meet minimum qualifications. If you are interested in applying, we encourage you to think broadly about your background and skill set for the role.
Salary : $60,000 - $106,500
