Background
Steppingstone Scholars, Inc. is a not-for-profit educational organization dedicated to providing opportunities for motivated and talented Philadelphia schoolchildren. The Steppingstone Scholars Program identifies fourth-graders from Philadelphia public schools and prepares them to enter and succeed in the area’s top college-preparatory schools. Once accepted, Scholars participate in an intensive 14-month-long academic program known as our Academy 6 program and are then placed in schools. From there, Scholars have access to support services through middle school, high school, and into college, to ensure successful college completion and career readiness, including our summer program, Step It Up! for our 7th-10th graders.

Positions
The Scholars Program seeks qualified middle/upper schoolteachers to join the Steppingstone faculty for the 2016 Step It Up! (July 5th-August 5th) Programs. Teachers must also be available for an afternoon Faculty Orientation on Mon., June 13. The programs take place at William Penn Charter School (3000 W. Schoolhouse Lane).

We have openings for the following:
History (8th-10th)

Responsibilities
Teachers of core subjects will be responsible for teaching approximately four sections of 15-20 students. Each class meets a maximum of five times per week, for a total of 20 classes per week. Teachers are responsible for the curriculum development across grades, based on Steppingstone learning objectives, and the facilitation of classes. Teachers are also expected to attend weekly faculty meetings and complete periodic written evaluations/assessments of Scholars. The school day runs from 9:00-3:00 pm on MWF and 9:00-4:00pm on Tue/Th.

Qualifications
Candidates must have experience teaching upper elementary, middle and/or high school students, a strong background in their subject area(s), and an interest in working with diverse populations. Independent school teaching experience is useful, but not required.

Salary
Summer Session salaries are $3400-4300

Application Process
Interested candidates are asked to submit a resume, cover letter, and a list of three professional references. Interviews will be conducted in early spring until all positions are filled. All interested candidates should contact Keisha Whatley at kwhatley@steppingstonescholars.org

Steppingstone Scholars Inc does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, religion, ethnic background, age, sexual orientation or physical disabilities. The organization values diversity in its student body and faculty. Applicants of color are strongly encouraged to apply.