Educator

THE LINCOLN CENTER FOR FAMILY AND YOUTH•Caln Township, PA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth (TLC) is seeking an Educator to teach students in grades K-5 in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. The Educator will foster academic growth, social development, and a positive classroom environment. TLC is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities, operating across multiple states and providing K-12 alternative education, mental and behavioral health services, and consultation services.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree
Pennsylvania Teaching Certification
Excellent communication and relationship building skills
Ability to work effectively on a multi-treatment team
Proficient in subject matter taught
Knowledge and experience with Microsoft programs

Responsibilities

Develop a classroom culture where the Teacher is viewed as “facilitator” of the learning process and not a “lecturer”.
Plan, prepare and implement lesson plans that facilitate active learning.
Provide personalized support to each student to develop learning plans that match each student’s needs and abilities.
Utilize Project-Based Learning (PBL) techniques.
Leverage technology to support and differentiate instruction.
Develop a multi-sensory learning environment.
Provide diverse opportunities to develop and enhance students’ social and emotional skills.
Promote the overall wellness (physical, mental, social, emotional) of each student.
Assign and grade classwork, homework, tests and assignments.
Monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust facilitation strategies.
Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress.
Build positive, compassionate classroom communities that engage learners.
Implement evidenced based classroom management and positive behavior support strategies.
Actively participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
Initiate and maintain close contact with parents/guardians of each student.
Communicate information regularly to students, parents, and districts regarding student progress and student needs.
Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, goal attainment and behavior of students.
Attend meetings as scheduled and necessary with counselors, other staff and other members of the Public-School District.