Elementary History Teacher – 3rd-5th Grade -2026/2027 School Year

 

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. 

 

If you believe history helps us understand the present and shape the future, then a role as a History Teacher at Mastery is for you. You'll inspire students to think critically, analyze multiple perspectives, and make meaningful connections between the past and the world around them. You'll be supported every step of the way with thoughtfully designed unit plans, instructional guides, and best-in-class curriculum from TCI and The DBQ Project, allowing you to focus on what matters most—bringing history to life for your students.

From Kindergarten through 12th Grades, Mastery’s students learn history, civics, geography, and Economics:

Kinder: TCI – Social Studies Alive! Me and My World

• 1st Grade: TCI – Social Studies Alive! My School and Family
• 2nd Grade: TCI – Social Studies Alive! My Community
• 3rd Grade: TCI – Social Studies Alive! Our Community and Beyond
• 4th Grade: TCI – Social Studies Alive! Regions of Our Country
• 5th Grade: TCI – Social Studies Alive! America’s Past
• 6th Grade: TCI – Geography Alive! Regions and People
• 7th Grade: TCI – History Alive! The World Through 1750
• 8th Grade: TCI – History Alive! The United States Through Modern Times
• High School: African American History, World History, US History, and Government/Economics (as well as have the chance to take AP classes).

At Mastery we value Continuous Improvement and want you to learn and grow in your craft.  We utilize a team of Assistant Principals, central-office coaches, and school-based content teams to provide every teacher coaching and feedback. We have professional development or peer collaboration time built into our staff calendar. You will receive professional development annually and have a professional development allowance to use to further your growth.