26-27SY Teacher, Full-Time- Elem Pre-4

School District of Philadelphia

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About The Position

A teacher in the School District of Philadelphia plans and teaches the assigned subject area according to the scope and sequence for courses. The teacher provides instruction through planned courses, real-life applications and simulations, and the use of tools, materials, processes, and technology, including relevant software. Instruction uses formal and informal classroom and district assessments.

This is a Philadelphia Federal Teacher Union (PFT) represented position. The stated salary range is $55,771 to $97,852, depending on education level and years of experience. The offer salary is a quote and is contingent on verification of educational credentials and prior employment experience; this is non-negotiable. Verification may begin at any step of the hiring process.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate for the respective grade level, with endorsements in the respective subject area; alternatively, meet the requirements to obtain an emergency permit and consistently meet emergency permit requirements until instructional certification can be issued.
• Demonstrated knowledge of grade-level education principles, practices, and methods; subject-specific expertise; education contents, materials, methodologies, and practices; critical-thinking methodologies and problem-solving techniques; child growth and development theories and principles; state standards and performance levels; technological innovations and relevant software used to address learning problems; and authentic performance assessment principles.
• Demonstrated ability to assess students' needs and learning styles and design appropriate differentiated instruction.
• Ability to use simulations and technological innovations in the classroom as part of instructional strategies.
• Ability to facilitate inquiry-based learning, as well as whole-class, small-group, and individual instruction driven by student needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, supportive staff, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Assess students' skill levels and align classroom goals and activities with established state and local standards.
• Provide instruction in the respective subject area or areas.
• Emphasize real-life applications and simulations in student instruction.
• Teach inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem solving.
• Provide technical expertise in using tools, materials, processes, and technology applications, including relevant software.
• Provide learning experiences in which students demonstrate comprehension and use technological resources to develop solutions to problems.
• Encourage students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry-based learning.
• Create a classroom environment where students can access subject-related materials that address their needs and interests.
• Collaborate with staff within and across disciplines to integrate subject-specific skills across the curriculum.
• Keep abreast of developments and improvements in education that affect the instructional program.
• Attend faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods.
• Maintain classroom discipline.
• Maintain attendance, grade, and other required records.

What This Job Offers

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