K-2 Elementary (1st Grade) Teacher- GLA SW

Global Leadership Academy • Philadelphia, PA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Global Leadership Academy Charter School is seeking a passionate and creative global educator for a 1st-grade teaching position. This role is part of a culturally rich environment where educators can make an impact. GLA schools are redefining public education by using the world as a classroom and empowering scholars to be world travelers and change agents. The school design centers children, delivering rigorous instruction that fosters ownership of learning and prepares them for local, national, and international stages. Education is viewed as liberation, with a commitment to closing the achievement gap through exposure, access, and opportunity.

Requirements

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree and preferably a Master's Degree in the human services field.
• Ability and willingness to work an extended schedule.
• Proven ability to work well with children, adults, and parents.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze raw data and develop goals for students.
• Experience working with a diverse population including low to moderate-income families.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties required.
• Knowledge of the community served by the school.
• Knowledge of modification and accommodation implementation.
• Knowledge of conflict resolution skills.
• Knowledge of school policies and procedures.
• Knowledge of State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Demonstrate an understanding, patient, and receptive attitude toward scholars.
• Establish and accurately maintain a variety of files and record-keeping systems.
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions.
• Perform a variety of clerical functions.
• Deal with sensitive material in a confidential manner.
• Establish and maintain co-operative relationships with those contacted during the performance of required duties, including school personnel, students, parents, and the community.
• Maintain regular attendance.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing.
• Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy.
• Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of handicapping conditions.
• Ability to prepare lesson plans and organize a meaningful instructional program.
• Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students, based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies.
• Ability to critically evaluate the educational achievements of students and to give assignments according to their interests and ability.
• Demonstrate the ability to exercise patience, caring, and concern in new and sometimes stressful situations.
• Obtain a Fingerprint Clearance and Background Check prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

• Preferably a Master's Degree in the human services field.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct instruction to all scholars.
• Developing lesson plans and curriculum materials to support educational development.
• Demonstrating strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, and organizational ability.
• Working with students in small groups and large groups.
• Collaborating daily regarding student progress.
• Acting as a resource person to teachers, scholars, and parents.
• Consulting with school administrators, parents, and other interested parties in the development and implementation of individual scholar plans.
• Attending professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to maintain and improve professional competence.
• Maintaining accurate records.
• Identifying the educational needs of scholars and altering instruction to meet student needs.
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.
• Teaching socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement.
• Employing strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
• Meeting with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and determine their priorities.
• Administering standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpreting results.
• Other duties as assigned by CEO, Principal, or Special Education Director.

Benefits

• Salaries are determined using an equitable compensation scale that accounts for years of experience and levels of attained education.

What This Job Offers

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