Permanent Substitute 3rd Grade ELA Teacher

South Fayette Township School District•McDonald, PA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Permanent Substitute 3rd Grade English Language Arts Teacher will create a flexible elementary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth. The role involves establishing effective rapport with students, motivating them to develop skills and knowledge for a strong foundation in elementary education, and fostering positive relationships with parents and staff.

Requirements

Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate
Elementary Education Certification (Elementary K-6 or PK-4)
3.0 or higher QPA
Proof of ongoing professional or educational experience
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Computer literacy

Responsibilities

Teaches the assigned academic subject(s) to pupils in a classroom, using the approved course of study adopted by the South Fayette Township School District.
Instructs pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials which provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
Fosters an inquiry-based approach to learning through project-based, real-world tasks.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Collaborates with peers to write curricular units using the Understanding by Design and Universal Design for Learning frameworks and participates in associated training and professional development.
Utilizes multiple instructional technologies to engage students and enhance instructional practices for students.
Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional, safe learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluates pupils’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupils’ progress and interpret the school program.
Identifies pupil needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, behavior, and learning problems.
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintains professional competence through staff development provided by the district and incorporates the techniques into everyday instruction.
Maintains professional competencies through self-selected professional growth activities.
Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district and state testing procedures.
Utilizes data to make instructional decisions.
Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.