Job Position: Financial Literacy Teacher Location: Philadelphia, PA 19134 Description:

Birch Agency is seeking a financial Literacy (Expressive Arts) Teacher in Philadelphia, PA. This unique position blends essential financial education with creative, project-based learning approaches, empowering students in grades 5-8 to build lifelong money management skills while expressing their understanding through the arts. The ideal candidate is passionate about helping students connect real-world financial concepts to their personal lives, community, and future goals. Responsibilities: Develop and deliver engaging financial literacy lessons aligned with state and school standards, incorporating expressive arts (visual arts, music, drama, media, etc.) to enhance learning.

Teach core topics such as budgeting, saving, banking, credit, entrepreneurship, investing, and responsible consumer habits.

Use project-based learning, simulations, role-playing, and other interactive strategies to make financial concepts relatable and applicable.

Design and implement interdisciplinary projects that integrate financial literacy with other subject areas, fostering creativity and critical thinking.

Assess and monitor student progress through a variety of formative and summative assessments.

Maintain a classroom environment that encourages participation, collaboration, and respect.

Integrate technology, financial tools, and community resources to provide students with real-world applications.

Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, colleagues, and school leadership regarding student growth and engagement.

Participate in school-wide events, professional development sessions, and team collaboration meetings.

Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Education, Business, Economics, Arts Education, or related field (Master's degree preferred).

Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification (or ability to obtain).

Join our team of Special Education and Healthcare Professionals! We offer affordable benefits, a competitive hourly rate, 401K, PTO, along with a weekly paycheck to name a few.

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