English Teacher

Allentown City School District • Harrison, PA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

The English Teacher works in a middle school teaching role at Harrison-Morton Middle School. The position supports students’ educational needs by planning and delivering instruction, assessing student abilities and progress, providing timely feedback, and using appropriate technology and instructional strategies. The teacher collaborates with staff, contributes to curriculum review and redesign, maintains required records, and participates in the broader school program. The role also requires compliance with Pennsylvania School Code, the collective bargaining agreement, school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy. The Allentown School District describes its work as centered on academic excellence and culturally responsive education for a diverse student community.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances, including Acts 34 and 151 and FBI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with other staff members in the education process and help ensure the smooth operation of the building.
• Participate in the total school program.
• Carry out assigned duties dependably and punctually, attend meetings, and properly use and care for equipment and facilities.
• Model positive personal traits, including integrity, respect, honesty, responsibility, and good citizenship.
• Abide by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Uphold and enforce school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy.
• Maintain open communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members, and the general public.
• Participate in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area, or grade level.
• Maintain an ongoing program to enhance professional competence and support professional goals.
• Apply the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan’s philosophy, objectives, and expectations in pursuing professional goals.
• Understand the structural framework for developing instructional programs and work toward their objectives.
• Develop, maintain, and complete required written records and reports within established timelines.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies to meet lesson objectives and provide students with learning opportunities beyond the classroom.
• Diagnose and evaluate student abilities and progress, develop effective instructional strategies, and provide timely feedback.
• Use appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum.
• Demonstrate understanding and concern for each student’s educational needs.

Benefits

• Medical insurance (for eligible employees).
• Dental insurance (for eligible employees).
• Vision reimbursement (for eligible employees).
• Tuition reimbursement (for eligible employees).
• Personal and sick time (for eligible employees).
• PSERS retirement fund (eligibility-based).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time