Foundations, Inc.
Part-Time Teacher (Financial Algebra/Personal Finance)
Edtech.com's Summary
Foundations, Inc. is hiring a Part-Time Teacher for Financial Algebra and Personal Finance at Academy at Penn. The teacher will deliver engaging daily elective courses to high school students, focusing on practical financial literacy and applied math skills through real-world, project-based learning.
Highlights
- Teach Financial Algebra or Personal Finance elective courses using an established curriculum.
- Facilitate lessons on budgeting, banking, credit, taxes, investing, loans, entrepreneurship, and financial decision-making.
- Work with 10th and 11th grade students in small classes capped at 25 for interactive learning.
- Utilize strong classroom management and foster collaboration, creativity, and critical thinking.
- Assess and grade student learning aligned with school and district standards.
- Collaborate with Academy at Penn staff to align with program goals.
- Required: Bachelor's degree and valid Pennsylvania teaching certification.
- Preference for candidates with high school teaching experience and interest in personal finance or project-based learning.
- Scheduled hours Monday–Friday, 12:50 PM–2:50 PM, plus one hour planning; approximately 15 hours per week.
- Compensation: $40 per hour.
Part-Time Teacher (Financial Algebra/Personal Finance) Full Description
Part-Time Teacher (Financial Algebra/Personal Finance), Academy at Penn- Furness
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Part-Time Elective Teacher (Financial Algebra and Personal Finance), Academy at Penn
Foundations, Inc.
Location: Furness High School, Philadelphia, PA (In-Person)
About Foundations
Foundations, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of education for children and young people by strengthening the skills of educators and expanding access to high-quality learning opportunities. For more than 30 years, we have partnered with schools, districts, and community organizations to advance equity and student success, particularly in under-resourced communities.
About the Academy at Penn
The Academy at Penn is a five-year, cohort-based college and career readiness initiative serving first-generation students in the School District of Philadelphia. In partnership with the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education and the School District of Philadelphia, the Academy provides a rich, student-centered experience that blends academic preparation, career-connected learning, and personal growth.
Students participate in programming during the school day, on Saturdays, and through summer experiences, including a four-week immersion on the University of Pennsylvania campus. The Academy is designed to expand what is possible for students and to create meaningful pathways to college, career, and long-term success.
The Role
The Part-Time Elective Teacher (Financial Algebra and Personal Finance) will teach a daily elective course for Academy at Penn students at Furness High School. These courses will help students build practical financial literacy and applied math skills through topics such as budgeting, banking, credit, taxes, investing, loans, entrepreneurship, and financial decision-making, using engaging, real-world and project-based learning experiences.
The teacher will work with 10th grade students during one semester and 11th grade students during the other, building students' skills in creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Class size is capped at 25 students to support a high-quality, interactive experience.
This is an ideal role for an educator who is excited to bring real-world applications into the classroom and help students see themselves as creators, problem solvers, and future leaders.
Key Responsibilities
Job Description:
Details:
Part-Time Elective Teacher (Financial Algebra and Personal Finance), Academy at Penn
Foundations, Inc.
Location: Furness High School, Philadelphia, PA (In-Person)
About Foundations
Foundations, Inc. is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of education for children and young people by strengthening the skills of educators and expanding access to high-quality learning opportunities. For more than 30 years, we have partnered with schools, districts, and community organizations to advance equity and student success, particularly in under-resourced communities.
About the Academy at Penn
The Academy at Penn is a five-year, cohort-based college and career readiness initiative serving first-generation students in the School District of Philadelphia. In partnership with the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education and the School District of Philadelphia, the Academy provides a rich, student-centered experience that blends academic preparation, career-connected learning, and personal growth.
Students participate in programming during the school day, on Saturdays, and through summer experiences, including a four-week immersion on the University of Pennsylvania campus. The Academy is designed to expand what is possible for students and to create meaningful pathways to college, career, and long-term success.
The Role
The Part-Time Elective Teacher (Financial Algebra and Personal Finance) will teach a daily elective course for Academy at Penn students at Furness High School. These courses will help students build practical financial literacy and applied math skills through topics such as budgeting, banking, credit, taxes, investing, loans, entrepreneurship, and financial decision-making, using engaging, real-world and project-based learning experiences.
The teacher will work with 10th grade students during one semester and 11th grade students during the other, building students' skills in creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, and communication. Class size is capped at 25 students to support a high-quality, interactive experience.
This is an ideal role for an educator who is excited to bring real-world applications into the classroom and help students see themselves as creators, problem solvers, and future leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Teach one daily elective course each semester in Financial Algebra or Personal Finance using an established Academy at Penn curriculum
- Facilitate engaging, real-world learning experiences that help students apply financial literacy and math concepts to everyday life and future goals
- Guide students through topics such as budgeting, banking, credit, taxes, investing, loans, and financial decision-making
- Foster a classroom environment that encourages critical thinking, student voice, collaboration, and confidence with financial concepts
- Assess student learning and assign grades in alignment with school and district expectations
- Collaborate as needed with Academy at Penn staff to ensure alignment with broader program goals
- Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom culture
Schedule and Compensation
- Schedule: Monday–Friday, 12:50 PM – 2:50 PM (on-site at Furness High School)
- Additional Time: 1 hour per day for planning and preparation
- Total Hours: Approximately 15 hours per week
- Compensation: $40 per hour
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required
- Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification required
- Experience teaching high school students preferred
- Experience or interest in personal finance, business, or project-based learning
- Ability to deliver engaging, student-centered lessons
- Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills
- Ability to connect content to real-world applications and student interests
Clearances and Requirements
- All required Pennsylvania clearances (Criminal History, Child Abuse, FBI Fingerprinting)
- Act 168 and Act 24 forms
- Pennsylvania Mandated Reporter Training (Act 126)
- TB test
- Ability to work on-site at Furness High School during scheduled hours
Why This Role
This role offers the opportunity to build and lead a meaningful course that helps students connect their learning to the real world. You will work with a small group of students in a program designed to expand access to college and career pathways, and your work will directly shape how students see their futures.
Application Timeline
Priority application deadline: Friday, May 30, 2026. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Foundations, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive team. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds and lived experiences to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
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