Employment Info

Join the Franklin Towne Charter High School Team

At Franklin Towne Charter High School, educators and staff are supported, valued, and empowered to make a difference. Discover current job openings and see why professionals choose Franklin Towne.

Current Employment Availability
Staffing Update

As of August 4, 2026, all faculty teaching positions for the upcoming school year have been filled.

We are currently evaluating our staffing needs for Instructional Aides (Teaching Assistants) and Security Staff. Should additional needs arise, employment opportunities for these positions may be posted over the next 7–10 days.

We encourage interested candidates to check this page periodically for the latest employment opportunities. If no current openings match your background, you are also welcome to submit your resume for future consideration using the section below.

Chemistry Teacher
Full-Time, 10-Month Position
Art Teacher
Full-Time, 10-Month Position
Computer Science Teacher
Full-Time, 10-Month Position
Assistant Facilities Director
Full-Time, 12-Month Position
English Teacher
Full-Time, 10-Month Position
Special Education Teacher
Full-Time, 10-Month Position

Location & Safety

Franklin Towne Charter High School is located in the Bridesburg-Tacony section of Northeast Philadelphia and is uniquely separated from surrounding neighborhoods by Interstate 95 and the Delaware River.

The school is situated within the gated Arsenal Business Center, offering controlled access and an added layer of safety. The Guard House café serves as a popular gathering spot for staff and the greater campus.

Aerial View of Franklin Towne

Getting to Franklin Towne

By Car

  • I-95 Exit 26 (Aramingo Avenue)
  • I-95 Exit 30 (Cottman Avenue)
  • Between Tacony–Palmyra and Betsy Ross Bridges

Public Transportation

  • SEPTA Trenton Line – Bridesburg Station (6-minute walk)
  • Bus Routes 73 and 84

Amenities, Benefits, and Perks

Campus & Building Amenities

  • Two gated security checkpoints
  • Ample monitored staff parking
  • Daily professional cleaning
  • Staff-only restrooms on every floor
  • Teacher lounges with appliances and copy machines

Classroom & Technology

  • 95% of teachers have their own classroom
  • ViewSonic smartboards and modern desktops
  • Apple iPads for teachers
  • 1:1 student Chromebooks with GoGuardian

Staff Perks

  • Business casual dress code
  • Paid sick and personal days
  • Gym and indoor track access
  • Discounted staff lunches
  • 1,800 copies per month

Professional Development

  • New hire orientation and mentoring
  • Staff orientation week prior to school year
  • Dedicated PD days throughout the year

Prep Time & Lesson Planning

  • Teachers teach three blocks and receive one full prep block
  • Designated lunch period with ability to leave campus
  • No daily duty periods
  • Instructional aides available for classroom support
  • Detailed lesson plan submissions not required

Code of Conduct Highlights

  • Zero tolerance for student cell phones in classrooms
  • Detentions served the same day they are issued
  • Parent discipline concerns handled by the Dean of Students

School Calendar & Contractual Hours

  • School year runs early September through mid-June
  • Federal holiday alignment with full winter and spring breaks
  • Contractual hours: 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM

Submit Your Resume for Future Consideration

Even if there are no current openings that match your background, we encourage you to submit your resume for future consideration. Franklin Towne Charter High School is always interested in connecting with talented educators and professionals who share our commitment to student success.

Resumes submitted for future consideration will be reviewed as positions become available.

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