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EDUCATORS

At Philip’s Academy Paterson, teachers encourage students to reach beyond their limits with love and support.

We pour into staff so that they in turn can pour into young people.
— Dr. Dowayne Davis, CEO

At Philip’s, we believe kids learn best when teachers are at their best. We provide a safe, supportive environment to help our staff grow. We also offer:

  • Robust professional development 

  • Competitive salaries and tuition reimbursement

  • Flexibility, including Wellness Wednesdays

  • Individualized instruction

  • Small class sizes

  • Nutritious meals

  • Engaged parents and caregivers

The future is bright at
our new facility!

Our state-of-the-art environmentally sustainable building features a rooftop garden. Learn more about our new facility here.

For me to be a veteran teacher and still know I can work somewhere and I’m learning and growing — that speaks volumes to me.
— Cynthia Rae, Math Teacher
We are preparing [young people] to be positive and proactive human beings in our society.
— Esther Perdomo, ESL Teacher
I strongly believe that all children can learn and want to advocate for children who may not have yet found their voice.
— Whitney Lluen, Director of Student Support Services