Educator

THE LINCOLN CENTER FOR FAMILY AND YOUTH • Lower Providence Township, PA

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher provides academic instruction and socioemotional support to at-risk youth, grades 7-12, in an alternative school setting. In an open, small classroom environment, the Teacher must demonstrate a high degree of flexibility in serving the individualized instructional needs of the students assigned to the class. The Teacher must be able to work in a team environment with other educators, special education staff, counselors, and social workers. The Teacher should possess a high degree of authenticity, kindness, and empathy while effectively maintaining a classroom atmosphere conducive to academic and socioemotional growth.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• No Teaching Certification is required.

Nice To Haves

• 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

• Facilitate Learning: Develop a classroom culture where the Teacher is viewed as “facilitator” of the learning process and not a “lecturer". Plans, prepares and implements lesson plans that facilitate active learning. Provides personalized support to each student to develop learning plans that matches each student’s needs and abilities. Utilizes Project-Based Learning (PBL) techniques. Leverages technology to support and differentiate instruction. Develops a multi-sensory learning environment.
• Facilitate Socioemotional Development: Provides diverse opportunities to develop and enhance students’ social and emotional skills. Promotes the overall wellness (physical, mental, social, emotional) of each student.
• Conduct Assessments: Assigns and grades classwork, homework, test and assignments. Monitors the progress of individual students and uses information to adjust facilitation strategies. Maintains accurate and complete records of students’ progress.
• Develop Positive Classroom Culture: Builds positive, compassionate classroom communities that engage learners. Implements evidenced based classroom management and positive behavior support strategies.
• Other Duties: Actively participates in department, school, district and parent meetings. Initiates and maintains close contact with parents/guardians of each student. Communicates information regularly to students, parents, and districts regarding student progress and student needs. Updates all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations. Assesses, records, and reports on the development, progress, goal attainment and behavior of students. Attends meetings as scheduled and necessary with counselors, other staff and other members of the Public-School District.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level