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Founding 8th Grade ELA Teacher

Hebrew Public · PHP (3300 Henry Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19129)

Posted about a month ago · $55,000 - $88,000 · Previously reposted

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
33 days
Hebrew Public's roles stay open a median of 37 days
Reposted
Yes
taken down and listed again at least once
Salary listed
Yes
88% of Hebrew Public's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at Hebrew Public
high
7 stale, 2 reposted of 17 open
Hiring momentum
38 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-09-17

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from Hebrew Public's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for Hebrew Public.

About this role

The Founding 8th Grade ELA Teacher at PHP will be responsible for delivering rigorous English language arts instruction to 8th-grade students using the EL Education curriculum. This role involves creating a structured and engaging classroom environment, supporting students in developing critical reading and writing skills, and helping to establish the culture and expectations for the school's first 8th-grade class. The teacher will also collaborate with various teams to monitor student progress and engage with families to communicate student development.

Our read on this posting4.4out of 5
benefits
5/5
freshness
3/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

Scored from the posting itself — how clearly the role is described, how much it says about pay and benefits, and how recently it was listed. Not a judgement of Hebrew Public as an employer.

What you need

  • Strong English language arts content knowledge
  • Excellent classroom management skills
  • Commitment to preparing students for high school
  • Ability to deliver standards-based instruction using EL curriculum
  • Experience in differentiating instruction based on student needs
  • Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution

Nice to have

  • Pennsylvania English teacher certification or active progress toward certification
  • Experience working in urban school communities
  • Experience using EL or another high-quality instructional ELA curriculum

What you get

  • Employer covers 85% of medical and dental premiums
  • 100% vision coverage by employer
  • 5% employer match for retirement with no vesting period
  • Opportunities for performance bonuses and additional stipends
  • Mental health resources and employee assistance programs
  • Discounts on wellness programs and gym memberships

Worth weighing

  • Start date is in 2026, which may affect immediate job seekers
  • No specific mention of salary increases tied to performance beyond the first year
  • The role involves significant responsibility in shaping the school's culture and expectations for a new grade level

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Listed by Hebrew Public on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-09-17. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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