Primary Teacher; K-3

Propel seeks a Primary Teacher (K-3) for the  school year. The first day of orientation is August 3, 2026. Propel schools operate with an extended school year of 190 instructional days plus 30 professional development days, totaling 220 work days annually.

• Compensation:
  Propel provides a competitive salary for teachers. Based on relevant prior work experience, our salary range for this role is $50,485–$101,454 (year 4 of salary scale)
• Relocation Allowance: A relocation allowance for new hires moving to the area from 90 miles away or further.
• Health Insurance:
  Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families.
• Retirement:
  New hires participate in a 403(b);
  Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%. This increases after 5 years.
• Paid Leave:
  In addition to 2 paid Wellness Days annually, all teachers receive 5 sick days and 10 Personal Days
• Tuition Assistance:
  Reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually upon completion of coursework and receipt of grades for coursework that meets our eligibility requirements.
• Wellness Benefit:
  Reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities including gym memberships, health programs, etc. Additionally, staff may earn up to $300 for participation in a Wellness Program each year.
• Professional Development:
  At Propel, we believe in supporting teacher growth and provide substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support for teachers, including an extensive onboarding process called Induction for new teachers and ongoing annual support during the school year called Immersion. All teachers receive 11.5 network-wide Professional Development days annually in addition to school-specific Professional Development.
• Leadership & Career Development:
  Leadership opportunities are extensive at Propel, both in and outside of the classroom. Staff may apply for Leadership Pathways as content, grade‑level, or other school‑based support roles, gaining experience in many areas including content, wellness, technology, and more.

This Teacher position collaborates with administrators and staff in planning for and leading students to learning success. It is accountable for developing and teaching curriculum based on the Pennsylvania Common Core Standards.

• Design coherent instruction using prescribed unit and lesson structures that align with state standards and emerging best practices.
• Develop and continually update learning resources and actively participate in professional development.
• Create an instructional environment characterized by respect and rapport that promotes a culture of learning.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies that engage students in age‑appropriate learning, e.g., computer‑assisted, cooperative learning, and various student‑centered approaches.
• Manage student behavior and classroom procedures effectively, fostering a safe learning environment.
• Assess student learning using formal and informal assessment techniques and utilize that information to drive instruction.
• Implement student IEPs and participate in the special education process as needed.
• Maintain accurate and up‑to‑date records and report student progress in accordance with school policy and procedure.
• Prepare and achieve annual performance expectations as prescribed or approved by administration.
• Communicate with families regularly and reply to family‑initiated communication in a timely manner.

• Own It. Our teachers are instructional experts who hold high expectations for themselves and their scholars, set goals, and take responsibility for their learning.
• Walk Through the Door. Our teachers are professional with their scholars, families, and colleagues, showing up on time with a positive mindset and never giving up on what’s possible for our scholars.
• Look in the Mirror. Our teachers value feedback and continuously improve for our scholars, remaining accountable, dedicated, and honest.
• Treat Others the Way You Want to be Treated. Our teachers are culturally competent—courteous, engaged, and empathetic in all interactions.
• Do Your Part. Our teachers are relationship builders, connecting…