Cultural Arts Teacher - GLA SW

Global Leadership Academy•Philadelphia, PA

About The Position

The Cultural Arts Teacher provides direct instruction to all scholars and develops lesson plans and curriculum materials that support children's educational development. The role requires strong written and oral communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. The teacher works with scholars in small and large groups, collaborates on student progress, supports teachers, scholars, and parents, and contributes to the development and implementation of individual scholar plans. This is a salaried, ten-month position.

Requirements

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a human services field.
Ability and willingness to work an extended schedule.
Proven ability to work well with children, adults, and parents.
Ability to analyze raw data and develop goals for students.
Experience working with a diverse population, including low- to moderate-income families.
Ability to multitask and prioritize duties.
Knowledge of the community served by the school.
Knowledge of modification and accommodation implementation, conflict resolution, school policies and procedures, and state and federal rules and regulations.
Ability to demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward scholars.
Ability to establish and accurately maintain files and record-keeping systems.
Effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate information and ideas in writing.
Ability to understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
Ability to handle sensitive material confidentially.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative relationships with school personnel, students, parents, and the community.
Ability to maintain regular attendance.
Ability to demonstrate patience, care, and concern in new and stressful situations.

Nice To Haves

Education certification preferred.
A master's degree in a human services field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide direct instruction to all scholars.
Develop lesson plans and curriculum materials to support children's educational development.
Work with students in small and large groups.
Collaborate daily regarding student progress.
Act as a resource for teachers, scholars, and parents.
Consult with school administrators, parents, and other interested parties on developing and implementing individual scholar plans.
Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
Maintain accurate records and files.
Identify scholars' educational needs and adapt instruction to meet them.
Analyze information and evaluate results to select solutions and solve problems.
Teach socially acceptable behavior using techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
Use instructional strategies and techniques to support the development of sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
Meet with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine priorities for their children.
Administer standardized ability and achievement tests and interpret results to identify students' strengths and areas of need.
Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
Develop and implement strategies for students with a variety of handicapping conditions.
Prepare lesson plans and organize meaningful instructional programs.
Modify the general education curriculum for students with special needs using varied instructional techniques and technologies.
Evaluate students' educational achievements and assign work according to their interests and abilities.
Perform clerical functions and other duties as assigned by the CEO or Principal.