About Propel Careers

Ideal Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Current or pending relevant certification
• Classroom teaching experience in an urban school setting
• Passion for social justice
• Ability to adjust instruction to meet learner needs
• Strong background in instruction
• A belief that all scholars should be held to high academic standards
• Receptive to feedback

Teacher Hiring Process

• Submit an application through  ULTIPRO our online application system
• Selected applicants will be invited to submit a video interview
• If selected to proceed,  applicants will be asked to complete a 30-minute demonstration in front of scholars followed by an interview

• A hiring decision is made

• Current openings are filled immediately pending clearances and background check completion

If you are identified as a candidate for the upcoming school year, you may be placed into the “hiring pool” and will receive communication that you have been recommended for hire. Being placed in the hiring pool does not guarantee a position with Propel Schools. Offers will depend on whether a position that matches your certification and demonstrated areas of strength becomes available.

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Substitute Teachers
Propel Schools has limitless opportunities for passionate people to inspire, support, and position our scholars for success. We are seeking professional individuals to substitute teach in our classrooms. Propel Schools employs its Substitute Teachers at $175 / day for Day to Day Substitutes. Long Term Substitutes working consistently within the same classroom for 45+ days earn a daily rate of $175. Choose to work at any of our 13 schools throughout Allegheny County. All applicants must have up-to-date clearances and hold at least a bachelor’s degree to be eligible.

As a Propel Schools Day to Day Substitute Teacher, you will receive:

• Paid training to become an effective Day to Day Substitute Teacher in any of our 13 schools

• Paid orientation

• Advancement opportunities throughout Propel Schools

• Steady yet flexible, work you can feel good about

• Bi-Monthly Pay

• Your preference of schools

Support Staff Positions include:

• Paraprofessionals (must have completed 48 credit hours)

• Central Office positions

• Bus Monitors

• Maintenance

• Custodians

• Food Service

Support Staff Hiring Process

• Apply  online  for the position of choice

• Applications will be reviewed by the Talent Team

• Interviews (in person or via telephone/video) will be offered to select candidates

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Propel employees gain personalized professional development, a full benefits package, a competitive salary, and a team-oriented work environment. Staff is able to take advantage of the tuition reimbursement program and the Leadership Academy to develop their skills and further their knowledge. Benefits may vary slightly depending on the kind of role (school year vs. year-round), but all Propel employees are eligible for the following:

• Competitive salary: For most roles, especially instructional roles, we offer the highest salary in the region.

• Relocation Allowance: A relocation allowance for new hires moving to the area from 60 miles away or further. 

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision plan options at a low cost for individual employees and families. Propel provides both life insurance and short-term & long-term disability for all employees.

• Retirement: New hires participate in a 403(b); Propel contributes 5% automatically and matches up to 4%. This increases after 5 years. 

• Paid Leave: 9-10 personal days each year (role dependent) which increases after 5 years in addition to 5 sick days annually. Year round employees accrue vacation time each pay period which increases after 5 years of service. 

• Tuition Assistance: Reimbursement of up to $3,000 annually upon completion of course and receipt of grades for coursework that meets our eligibility requirements. This increases to $8,000 annually for leadership positions. 

• Wellness Benefit: Reimbursement of $20 per month for wellness activities including Gym Memberships, health programs, etc. Additionally, staff have the ability to earn up to $300 for participation in a Wellness Program each year.

• Professional Development: At Propel, we believe in supporting the growth of all our staff and provide substantial school-based and network-wide professional development support for teachers, leaders and support staff. 

• Leadership & Career Development: Leadership opportunities are extensive at Propel, both in and outside of the classroom. Staff have the opportunity to apply for Leadership Pathways to receive extra pay for leading others, processes or programs.