General Education Teacher

ENSPIRE CONSULTING GROUP LLC•Philadelphia, PA

11d•$25 - $40•Onsite

About The Position

The General Education Teacher creates and maintains a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment that supports students’ academic, social, and emotional development. The teacher plans and delivers developmentally appropriate instruction aligned with Pennsylvania academic standards, differentiates instruction for individual student needs, assesses and monitors progress, and uses data to guide instructional decisions. Working as part of the educational team, the teacher collaborates with school leadership, colleagues, support staff, and families to promote student success. The position calls for strong instructional knowledge, organization, sound judgment, effective communication, and positive relationships with students and families. The ideal candidate is patient, creative, collaborative, and student-centered, with a commitment to meeting diverse student needs while maintaining high expectations and a respectful classroom environment.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Education or a related field.
Valid Pennsylvania teaching certification in Pennsylvania Grades PK–4, Early Childhood Education N–3, or Elementary Education K–6.
At least one year of teaching experience.
Current Pennsylvania Child Abuse History Clearance (Act 151), within one year.
Current Pennsylvania Criminal History Record Check (Act 34), within one year.
Pennsylvania Department of Education Federal Criminal History Report (FBI), current within five years.
Pennsylvania Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form (Act 24), current within one year.
Ability to differentiate instruction for varied student needs.
Strong knowledge of instructional planning, preparation, pedagogy, and state standards-aligned lesson delivery.
Strong classroom management and behavioral support skills.
Ability to establish and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and collaborative classroom environment.
Strong assessment and student progress-monitoring skills, including collecting, maintaining, and using student data to inform instructional decisions.
Strong understanding of student development and diverse learning needs.
Strong verbal and written communication skills and ability to collaborate with colleagues, support staff, and families.
Ability to work independently.
Strong organization, planning, and time-management skills.
Patience, creativity, flexibility, and adaptability.
Strong understanding of confidentiality and professional discretion.
Commitment to student safety, well-being, and academic growth, and to professional development and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Subject-specific degree.
Three or more years of K–3 teaching experience.
Experience working in an early childhood or elementary school setting.
Experience differentiating instruction for students with diverse academic, developmental, behavioral, or learning needs.
Experience using assessment data to inform instructional planning and intervention.
Experience collaborating with families and multidisciplinary educational teams.

Responsibilities

Plan and prepare engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with Pennsylvania academic standards, curriculum expectations, and student learning needs.
Establish clear instructional outcomes and learning objectives, and maintain instructional plans and records.
Differentiate instruction and learning experiences to address varied academic abilities, developmental levels, learning styles, and individual needs.
Deliver instruction that develops students’ academic, social, problem-solving, communication, and independent learning skills.
Provide students with appropriate guidance and feedback to promote academic growth.
Establish classroom expectations, routines, and procedures that support a productive and inclusive learning environment.
Use classroom management and behavioral strategies to support student engagement and positive behavior.
Build positive relationships with students and support their social-emotional development and overall well-being.
Follow school safety procedures, emergency protocols, and applicable health and safety requirements.
Conduct formal and informal assessments; collect, maintain, and analyze student performance and progress data.
Use assessment results and student data to guide instruction, monitor progress, and identify needs for additional support or intervention.
Maintain accurate and timely student records, assessment documentation, and progress reports.
Communicate student progress, strengths, concerns, and areas for growth to parents or guardians and appropriate school personnel.
Build professional, respectful relationships with families; participate in conferences and meetings; and respond to questions and concerns in a timely, professional manner.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise appropriate discretion when discussing student and family information.
Collaborate with the educational team and school leadership to develop and implement strategies addressing student needs; contribute to a collaborative school culture.
Support school-wide priorities as directed by school leadership and work independently when appropriate.
Maintain current knowledge of instructional practices, child development, classroom management, and educational standards; participate in professional development and apply relevant learning.
Reflect on instructional effectiveness and pursue continuous improvement while demonstrating professionalism, reliability, accountability, and sound judgment.
Maintain appropriate professional boundaries and uphold school and organizational values, expectations, policies, and procedures.
Maintain required teaching certifications, clearances, and training; complete required documentation and compliance activities on time.
Promptly communicate safety or student concerns and other matters requiring administrative attention according to school procedures.
Participate in assigned school activities, events, programs, and initiatives; help maintain an organized learning environment; and perform other related assigned duties.