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

School District of Philadelphia•Bryant, AR

About The Position

A teacher in the School District of Philadelphia plans and teaches assigned subject areas in accordance with course scope and sequence, and provides instruction through a variety of planned courses. The role uses real-life applications and simulations to help students analyze and interpret material, and teaches the use of tools, materials, processes, and technology—including relevant software—in lessons. Teachers use formal and informal classroom and district assessments. The position assesses students’ skills and learning needs, aligns instruction with state and local standards, and creates learning experiences that support inquiry, problem-solving, and the practical application of concepts and technology. Teachers maintain an accessible classroom environment, collaborate with colleagues to integrate subject-specific skills across the curriculum, keep current with developments in education, attend faculty meetings, maintain classroom discipline, and keep required records. This is a Philadelphia Federal Teacher Union (PFT)-represented position. The stated salary range is $55,771 to $97,852, depending on education and years of experience. Salary offers are subject to verification of credentials and experience.

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 for an emergency permit and consistently continue to meet those requirements until instructional certification can be issued.
Demonstrated knowledge of grade-level education principles, practices, and methods; subject-specific expertise; educational content, materials, methodologies, and practices; critical-thinking and problem-solving techniques; child growth and development; state standards and performance levels; relevant technology and software; and authentic performance assessment principles.
Ability to assess students’ needs and learning styles and design differentiated instruction.
Ability to use simulations and technological innovations in classroom instruction.
Ability to facilitate inquiry-based learning and whole-class, small-group, and individual instruction based on student needs.
Effective oral and written communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, support 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.
Use real-life applications and simulations in instruction.
Teach inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem-solving.
Provide expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes, and technology, including pertinent software.
Create learning experiences requiring students to demonstrate comprehension and use technological resources to develop solutions to problems.
Encourage students to use learned skills 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.