Part Time, Exempt 

Reports to: Visual Art and Design Department Chair and Director of Upper School

William Penn Charter School is a Quaker, all-gender, PK-12 independent, day school in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia. Established in 1689 by William Penn and members of the Religious Society of Friends, Penn Charter is a community guided by Quaker testimonies and the central belief that there is "that of God" in every person. A school community that honors difference, Penn Charter seeks to be a place where diversity is understood, represented and valued. Our curriculum embraces a plurality of cultures and celebrates an array of voices, instilling in us a deeper understanding of and empathy for individuals in this community and the world.

As our mission states, we value scholarship and inquiry. With excellence as our standard, we challenge students in a vigorous program of academics, arts and athletics. Through global connections, civic engagement and a focus on environmental sustainability, we inspire students to be thinkers, collaborators, innovators and leaders. We educate students to live lives that make a difference.

Position Summary

William Penn Charter School seeks a part time Graphic Design Teacher to begin in the Spring Semester of the 2026-2027 school year (classes begin on Wednesday, 01/21/26). Successful candidates must embrace student-centered pedagogy and technology use in the classroom, model curiosity and a desire for professional growth, and exhibit a desire to build positive and meaningful relationships with students, colleagues, administrators, and parents in a manner consistent with the School's mission. Familiarity with the principles and practices of Quakerism and Quaker education is highly desirable. Additionally, teachers have access to a plethora of professional development opportunities via the PC Teaching and Learning Center.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrate a willingness to collaborate regularly with members of the Visual Art & Design department
• Demonstrate practices that directly reflect a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all aspects of service to Penn Charter
• Teach two high school level Graphic Design elective courses that meet 5 times out of 8 days on a rotational schedule, twice for 70 minutes and three times for 50 minutes. The school day is from 8am to 3pm, but attendance would only be required for the classes being taught and occasional meetings and extra help sessions.
• Consistently use the assignment feature of the HUB (Penn Charter's learning management system) to post homework and dates of assessments and maintain an updated gradebook also in the HUB
• Maintain a growth mindset and actively participate in faculty professional development and supervision, including observations and feedback conversations, with support from the assistant head of school, division director, and department chair 
• Regularly review and update curriculum maps in partnership with visual art and design teacher colleagues, the department chair, the division director and the assistant head of school. 
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School, Assistant Head of School, Division Director, or their designee such as occasionally proctoring study halls and chaperoning school events

Competencies

• Strong technical skills in Adobe Suites and subject matter expertise
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Google & Microsoft Office software
• Ability to multi-task & prioritize work  

Physical demands

• Intermittent or prolonged periods of sitting and standing
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

Salary and benefits

William Penn Charter School offers competitive salaries and comprehensive health coverage for employees and their eligible dependents. Please note that there is a minimum hourly requirement in order to qualify for health coverage. William Penn Charter School is also a Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program qualified employer.

We will review application materials as they are submitted and interview candidates on a rolling basis until the position has been filled.

William Penn Charter School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Required education and experience

• Previous experience teaching Graphic Design classes 
• Experience designing and teaching project-based, student-centered curriculum
• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or in a similar field
• Experience working in the field of Graphic Design 

Preferred education and experience

• Familiarity with the principles and practices of Quakerism and Quaker education
• Previous experience teaching online or in a concurrent classroom model would be a plus; note that these courses are taught in person
• Teacher Certification (preferred, but not required)
• Master’s Degree in a related educational field

About William Penn Charter School

William Penn Charter School is an all gender, Quaker, coeducational, PreK-12 independent day school in the East Falls neighborhood of Philadelphia. Established in 1689 by William Penn and members of the Religious Society of Friends, Penn Charter values scholarship and inquiry. Our school emphasizes academics, the arts, athletics, spiritual awareness and service learning.

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