Mastery Teaching Residency - Camden, NJ - SY

Mastery Teaching Residency – Camden, NJ – SY 2026-27

Join the Mastery Teaching Residency program to launch a dynamic teaching career in our public charter schools. Mastery Schools, founded in 2001, operates 23 K‑12 schools in Philadelphia and Camden, serving over 14,000 students.

Our mission is to provide all students with the academic and personal skills they need to succeed after graduation and pursue their dreams. We are committed to equity, actively disrupting systemic racism, and addressing 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.

• Bachelor’s degree required, with a record of personal, professional, and/or academic achievement.
• Minimum undergraduate GPA of 3.0 (contact us if below 3.0).
• If currently in school, expected Bachelor’s degree by June 2026.
• Official transcript required for application to Relay Graduate School of Education or American University.
• Commitment to and experience (preferable) working with underserved communities.
• Strong sense of professional responsibility and genuine interest in student success.
• Ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a student‑centered, standards‑driven classroom.
• Commitment to professional growth, self‑reflection, receptiveness to feedback, and a desire to continuously improve and effectively address challenges.

The Residency is a multi‑year program designed to transition aspiring educators—recent graduates and career changers—into full‑time teaching roles.

• Elementary (K‑5) Experience
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  Residents implement Mastery’s rigorous literacy and math curricula, support small‑group instruction in push‑in and pull‑out settings, and collaborate with skilled Special and General Education teachers to strengthen student skills.
• Middle/Secondary (6‑12) Experience
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  Residents work closely with a mentor teacher in their content area, gradually increasing classroom responsibility and engaging in frequent coaching, practice opportunities, and feedback.

• Provide small and whole group academic support instruction.
• Attend weekly practice sessions and an evening academic content class.
• Complete New Jersey teacher certification requirements and Relay academic coursework.
• Commit to serve Mastery’s school communities for at least three years after the Residency.
• Work with lead teachers to implement curriculum, utilize classroom routines, analyze assessment data, build relationships with families, collaborate on best practices, and ensure mastery of standards.
• Other responsibilities as requested.

Full‑time salary and benefits are provided. In the first year, residents receive a full‑time salary as a support teacher, with promotion to lead teacher salary in the second year.

• Full‑time salary and benefits during residency.
• Extensive weekly training, real‑time practice sessions, and actionable feedback.
• A New Jersey Teaching Certificate (depending on placement state and successful completion of Praxis and Basic Skills tests) at the end of Year 1.
• A Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) at the end of Year 2 from Relay Graduate School of Education or American University.

New‑to‑Mastery Resident Teachers can expect a starting annual salary of $48,200. Residents are eligible for up to $5,000 for Year‑1 tuition reimbursement.

We offer a full benefits program, including a 403(b) retirement plan for PA employees (5% match), enrollment in the New Jersey Pension Plan for NJ employees, a robust Employee Assistance Program, mental health and counseling programs, an annual Professional Development Fund, discounts and perks at various retailers, and a Benefits VIP Helpdesk.

Studies show women and people of color are less likely to apply unless confident in performing every task. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds and consider equivalent combinations of knowledge, skills, and experience to meet our minimum qualifications.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.