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Summary
Togetherhood seeks passionate teaching artists to deliver enriching educational experiences for elementary and middle school students across Philadelphia. Teachers will create and lead their own curricula while fostering positive learning environments that inspire student engagement.
Job Description
Fast Facts
Togetherhood is seeking passionate local teaching artists to provide enriching educational experiences for elementary and middle school students in Philadelphia, PA. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in teaching and a commitment to creating memorable learning moments.
Responsibilities: Create age-appropriate curriculum, arrive on time for classes, and foster a positive learning environment that inspires students' passion for the subject.
Skills: Experience in teaching school-age children, ability to create a positive class community, and passion for education and personal development.
Qualifications: Experience leading classes and strong work ethic; at least three teaching references required.
Location: Philadelphia, PA, US
Compensation: Not provided by employer. Typical compensation ranges for this position are between $25 - $45 per hour.
We highly value the contributions of experienced educators in our instructor community. Therefore, we require all applicants to:
(1) showcase relevant teaching experience on your resume.
(2) If you have a passion for education but lack formal teaching experience, please include a compelling cover letter explaining your interest in teaching and why you believe you would excel in an educational role.
About Togetherhood
Togetherhood is a marketplace for independent enrichment providers. We are a trusted source of consistently-outstanding enrichment experiences, across any topic, whether it be arts & crafts, skateboarding, breakdancing, performing arts with Broadway performers, STEM through the lens of Harry Potter or soccer with a former college athlete. We are a safe, secure community where children can experience the world around them, learn and, most importantly, have fun with their friends in programs led by other members of the community. Our mission is to enable consistently outstanding enrichment so that every one (regardless of their circumstances) has the opportunity to become who they aspire to be. We are focused on finding passionate, talented enrichment providers and giving them the autonomy and support they need to create engaging and magical experiences for children.
What You'll Do
You will be matched with opportunities to teach a class to elementary/middle school students at schools, buildings and communities across Philadelphia. These teaching opportunities will be for terms that could last anywhere from 6 weeks to 18 weeks. In this role, you'll have the following responsibilities:
- Conceive of and create an age-appropriate curriculum for your class
- Consistently arrive at your class on time (preferably 15 minutes early!)
- Create and memorable experience for the children in your class to help them grow and develop a passion for your subject matter
- Help children understand why your area of expertise is so wonderful and how it's helped shape you as a person
Who You Are
- Fun, enthusiastic, experienced instructor, with deep experience teaching school age children.
- Able to create positive class community and build relationships with students
- Experience leading your own classes
- Has excitement, joy and passion for teaching kids and personal development/learning
- Cooperative, supportive, flexible
- Has a strong work ethic and do whatever it takes mind set
- At least three references