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Butler, PA
Butler County
Urban Academy of Greater Pittsburgh Charter School
Glade Run Lutheran Services
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER
Grade Level: 5th Grade Math
Reports to: Principal
Salary Range: $34,337.50 - $43,562 (based on experience) FLSA: Exempt
Purpose:
Currently seeking a certified educator to serve as an Instructional Support Teacher! The Instructional Support Teacher (IST) provides differentiated instruction to small groups and individuals, provides classroom coverage when teachers are absent, and provides leadership during recess, lunch periods, and morning and afternoon transportation duty. Daily instructional delivery of curriculum that aligns with our school’s mission, vision, and values while also meeting state and national academic standards. Educators at our school are strongly encouraged to engage in professional development and leadership opportunities in our collaborative, team-oriented staff environment. This is a great opportunity for newly-certified educators to gain classroom experience, or for seasoned educators looking for a classroom support role.
Job Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Education is required
● Active PA K-6, PK - 4, or 4-8 certification is required
● Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core
● Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum
To apply, complete an employment application. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Competencies
● Superior interpersonal skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and
coordinate actions with leadership team, parents, students, teachers and other staff and,
on an as-needed basis, third party vendors/contractors
● Consultation and coaching skills
● Critical evaluation skills
● Ethical practice
● Documentation
● Leadership skills
● Presentation skills
● Strict adherence to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
● Attention to detail
● Ability to perform multiple assignments without immediate supervision
● Time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
● Able to perform arithmetic and use basic numeric concepts to perform job tasks
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● Aptitude in using spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail, database, and presentation software
● Commitment to entrepreneurial education and the associated values of resourcefulness, problem-solving, persistence, and innovation
Job Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
Instructional Responsibilities
● Provides direct instruction to students in individual and/or small group settings.
● Uses identified needs (based on test scores and observations) to guide the learning
process toward student achievement.
● Assists lead teacher in closing the achievement gap by linking assessment to
instruction.
● Assists lead teacher by learning and implementing various assessment strategies
● Provides support to students in general education area as assigned.
● Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and
support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals.
● Provides classroom coverage when lead teacher is absent.
Classroom responsibilities:
● Provides written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
● Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials, and facilities.
● Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, PHCSE
policy, administrative guidelines, and specific program requirements.
● Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing
student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
● Available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms, including, but not limited to, parent conferences and telephone conferences.
● Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district/campus personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
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● Problem solve to identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs
Professional Development Responsibilities:
● Continuously maintains and improves professional competence through professional development activities in pedagogical content knowledge, and a wide range of instructional strategies.
● Participates in discussions or activities focused on using research to improve student skills.
● Participates in staff development focused on the delivery of interventions and assessments, data collection, response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications, and interventions that enable students to achieve success in all academic content standards.
● Commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning communities and development opportunities; after hours and weekends
● Attend mandatory school events as assigned by Supervisor
● Attend one Board Meeting and one PTA meeting per year
● Active certifications to include Google certification and PA teaching certificate
per administration
● Other duties as assigned by the Principal.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily sedentary in nature, exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move throughout the building, sit, and navigate stairs in order to access classrooms and meeting areas throughout the school. Occasionally reaches with hands and arms. Frequent handling and fingering. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must be able to talk and hear. Mental acuity required. Primarily assigned to an office environment that is climate and noise controlled with adequate lighting, using standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers. Frequently called upon to monitor recess, lunch, or other activity periods in an outdoor playground or athletic field setting with exposure to outdoor elements.
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten
Classroom Teacher - Kindergarten Reports to: Principal
Salary Range: $45,100 - $60,475
Are you committed to helping youth reach their full potential in an innovative learning environment? As our organization grows, PHCSE seeks applications for a new Kindergarten Teacher position for our 2022-2023 Academic Year. The Classroom Teacher plans, organizes, and implements an appropriate instructional program to guide and encourage students to develop and fulfill their full academic potential. Our curriculum aligns with our school’s mission, vision, and values while also meeting state and national academic standards. Teachers at our school are strongly encouraged to engage in professional development and leadership opportunities in our collaborative, team-oriented staff environment.
Job Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s and-or Master’s Degree in Education is required
● Active PA K-6. N-3, or PK - 4 certification is required
● Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core
● Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum
● 3 years teaching experience at the primary level required
To apply, complete an employment application. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Competencies
● Superior interpersonal skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and
coordinate actions with Principal, leadership team, parents, students, and other staff and,
if applicable, third party vendors/contractors
● Consultation and coaching skills
● Critical evaluation skills
● Ethical practice
● Documentation
● Flexibility & Responsiveness
● Leadership skills
● Presentation skills
● Strict adherence to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
● Attention to detail
● Ability to perform multiple assignments without immediate supervision
● Time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
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● Able to perform basic arithmetic and use basic numeric concepts to perform job tasks
● Aptitude in using spreadsheet, word processing, email, database, and presentation
software
● Commitment to entrepreneurial education and the associated values of resourcefulness,
problem-solving, persistence, and innovation
Value Statement:
WE believe in Soaring to Success by building strong Character, Academics, Relationships, and Entrepreneurs for a life of leadership!
Job Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
Instructional Responsibilities
● Strong understanding and implementation of Pennsylvania State Standards
● Provide direct instruction to students
● Uses identified needs (based on data and observations) to guide the learning process
toward student achievement
● Response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications
and interventions that enable students to be successful in all academic content standards
● Support student entrepreneurial endeavors as part of PHCSE Microsociety or NFTE
curriculum
● Design coherent instruction and student assessments
● Apply the rigor of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics content and the
STEM Standards of Practice
Classroom Responsibilities
● Classroom management utilizing a school wide positive behavior support model
● Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
● Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district/campus personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
● Problem solve to identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs
● Support the school-wide House System
● Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and support to
students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals
● Assists Special Education Department with maintaining organization of special education
files and student learning records
● Organize physical space that is conducive to learning
● Interdisciplinary approach to instruction
● Use of varied teaching strategies
● Use of questioning and discussion techniques
Meetings & Professional Development
● Team planning of unit lessons and grade level curriculum
● Periodic meetings with Curriculum Coordinator regarding scope and sequence and lesson
planning
● Conducts or participates in parent conferences, telephone conferences, and other forms of professional communication
● Involvement in at least one C.A.R.E. alignment committee is required, plus additional committees/task-forces as needed
● Commitment to professional development to keep up-to-date on curriculum developments and trends in the field of education
● Commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning communities and development opportunities; after hours and weekends
● Attend mandatory school events at the discretion of the employee’s supervisor
● Attend one Board Meeting and one PTA meeting per school year
● Active certifications which include Google certification, Act 48 continuing education,
and relevant certifications per administration
All other duties as required by supervisor Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily sedentary in nature, exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move throughout the building, sit, and navigate stairs in order to access classrooms and meeting areas throughout the school. Occasionally reaches with hands and arms. Frequent handling and fingering. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must be able to talk and hear. Mental acuity required. Primarily assigned to a classroom or office environment that is climate and noise controlled with adequate lighting, using standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers.Frequently called upon to monitor recess, lunch, or other activity periods in an outdoor playground or athletic field setting with exposure to outdoor elements.
Early Childhood Kindergarten Program Assistant
Early Childhood Kindergarten Program Assistant
Program Description:
Early Childhood programs within the Waldorf School of Pittsburgh include: Little Friends, Morning Garden, Nursery and Kindergarten.
Overview of Position:
Assistant Teachers work collaboratively with Lead Teachers and other members of the Early Childhood Faculty/ Staff to help maintain the integrity and quality of WSP Early Childhood Programs. Ideally, a Program assistant will have training and/or experience in Waldorf education, as well as experience and/or training in working with young children. Musical and artistic abilities, kindness, warmth, patience, energy, and a genuine dedication to Waldorf education are assets for this position. Teachers will be working with children ranging from age 3 to age 6.
Applicants must be committed to equity and diversity and willing to contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment, as well as be committed to self-development and excellence in teaching, collaboration and professionalism among colleagues, devotion to a nurturing and loving classroom environment, and responsibility to families and the greater community.
Responsibilities:
Early Childhood Program Assistant Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
I. Parent Responsibilities
Support Lead Teacher in developing parent/ teacher relationships
II. Student/Children Responsibilities
Assisting the Lead Teacher in preparing the classroom before students arrive each morning
Participating in, and fully supporting the Lead Teacher, throughout all of the morning’s activities
Cleaning and caring for the classroom and its contents
Assisting with discipline as needed, and as directed by the Lead Teacher
Helping with daily snack preparation
Working outdoors with children in all weather conditions and seasons
Assisting/ leading age-appropriate crafts and handwork projects
Modeling behavior worth of imitation
Leading the class in the event of the Lead Teacher’s absence
Position requires lifting of objects/children, especially within emergency situations (i.e. emergency evacuations, injury, etc.)
III. Staff Responsibilities
a. Developing colleagueship with fellow teachers and staff
b. Assisting in maintaining order and cleanliness in shared work spaces
c. Familiarizing and/or deepening an understanding of Anthroposophy
IV. Administrative Responsibilities
a. Ensure one’s own timesheet is complete, accurate, and signed by Lead Teacher
Maintains that all clearances and paperwork is complete and up to date
Adherence to school procedures and policies, as described in the Faculty/ Staff Handbook
Qualifications:
Assistants must have a genuine interest in Waldorf Education and Pedagogy.
B.A. in Education or related fields is preferred.
Experience in working with young children.
Must be knowledgeable of physical, social, developmental and the emotional needs of children.
Completed and updated Act 33, 34 and FBI Clearances, NSOR. Pennsylvania mandated reporter training must be completed within 90 days of hire.
For Little Friends, Nursery, and Morning Garden Programs: Health and Safety Training and Pediatric CPR/First Aid training must be completed within 90 days of hire
Hours and Days in School:
Arrive by 8:00 am or 15 minutes before program begins and until program dismissal duties are complete on all regular school days (3:00 to 3:15).
Benefits:
Starting pay for assistants is $16.50/hour. Yearly raises for all returning assistants
30% tuition remission available (except in Little Friends) for hourly employees with students attending WSP
Paid snow and delay days (for inclement weather)
Accepting applications until positions are filled. Application materials must include the following items:
Cover letter
Resume
3 written letters of recommendation
3 references (for contacting)
To apply, send applications materials to:
Waldorf School of Pittsburgh
Attn: Little Friends
Or via email at employment@
It is encouraged that you please read about the Waldorf philosophy and education at www.whywaldorfworks.org, before applying. Please, no phone inquiries.
Our mission is to foster each child’s capacity to become an independent thinking, compassionate, courageous, and purposeful human being.
WSP offers a child care program, parent child program, Nursery and Kindergarten classes and 1st through 8th grade classes. We are a Member of WECAN and accredited through AWSNA. We have a cohesive, strong faculty and administration, an active parent body, and a supportive Board of Trustees.
Ideal candidates have either completed or are in the process of completing their Waldorf teacher certification, hold a Pennsylvania teaching certificate, have experience leading a classroom, and hold a Bachelor’s degree. Applicants must be committed to equity and diversity and willing to contribute to an inclusive working and learning environment, as well as be committed to self-development and excellence in teaching, collaboration and professionalism among colleagues, devotion to a nurturing and loving classroom environment, and responsibility to families and the greater community.
Salary range is competitive and depends on experience. We offer extensive financial support for professional development and tuition remission to full-time faculty, as well as benefits. To apply, please send the following to employment@
- resume
- cover letter
- a one to two page biography describing your interest in this position
- three references
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER
Grade Level: 5th Grade ELA
Reports to: Principal
Salary Range: $34,337.50 - $43,562 (based on experience) FLSA: Exempt
Purpose:
Currently seeking certified educators to serve as an Instructional Support Teacher! The Instructional Support Teacher (IST) provides differentiated instruction to small groups and individuals, provides classroom coverage when teachers are absent, and provides leadership during recess, lunch periods, and morning and afternoon transportation duty. Daily instructional delivery of curriculum that aligns with our school’s mission, vision, and values while also meeting state and national academic standards. Educators at our school are strongly encouraged to engage in professional development and leadership opportunities in our collaborative, team-oriented staff environment. This is a great opportunity for newly-certified educators to gain classroom experience, or for seasoned educators looking for a classroom support role.
Job Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Education is required
● Active PA K-6, PK - 4, or 4-8 certification is required
● Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core
● Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum
To apply, complete an employment application. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Competencies
● Superior interpersonal skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and
coordinate actions with leadership team, parents, students, teachers and other staff and,
on an as-needed basis, third party vendors/contractors
● Consultation and coaching skills
● Critical evaluation skills
● Ethical practice
● Documentation
● Leadership skills
● Presentation skills
● Strict adherence to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
● Attention to detail
● Ability to perform multiple assignments without immediate supervision
● Time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
● Able to perform arithmetic and use basic numeric concepts to perform job tasks
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● Aptitude in using spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail, database, and presentation software
● Commitment to entrepreneurial education and the associated values of resourcefulness, problem-solving, persistence, and innovation
Job Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
Instructional Responsibilities
● Provides direct instruction to students in individual and/or small group settings.
● Uses identified needs (based on test scores and observations) to guide the learning
process toward student achievement.
● Assists lead teacher in closing the achievement gap by linking assessment to
instruction.
● Assists lead teacher by learning and implementing various assessment strategies
● Provides support to students in general education area as assigned.
● Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and
support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals.
● Provides classroom coverage when lead teacher is absent.
Classroom responsibilities:
● Provides written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
● Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials, and facilities.
● Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, PHCSE
policy, administrative guidelines, and specific program requirements.
● Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing
student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
● Available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms, including, but not limited to, parent conferences and telephone conferences.
● Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district/campus personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
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● Problem solve to identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs
Professional Development Responsibilities:
● Continuously maintains and improves professional competence through professional development activities in pedagogical content knowledge, and a wide range of instructional strategies.
● Participates in discussions or activities focused on using research to improve student skills.
● Participates in staff development focused on the delivery of interventions and assessments, data collection, response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications, and interventions that enable students to achieve success in all academic content standards.
● Commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning communities and development opportunities; after hours and weekends
● Attend mandatory school events as assigned by Supervisor
● Attend one Board Meeting and one PTA meeting per year
● Active certifications to include Google certification and PA teaching certificate
per administration
● Other duties as assigned by the Principal.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily sedentary in nature, exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move throughout the building, sit, and navigate stairs in order to access classrooms and meeting areas throughout the school. Occasionally reaches with hands and arms. Frequent handling and fingering. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must be able to talk and hear. Mental acuity required. Primarily assigned to an office environment that is climate and noise controlled with adequate lighting, using standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers. Frequently called upon to monitor recess, lunch, or other activity periods in an outdoor playground or athletic field setting with exposure to outdoor elements
Bright Horizons
Bright Horizons
- Positions available
· Child Care Associate Teacher
- Location
Bright Horizons at UPMC Passavant
Located in: UPMC Passavant - McCandless
Address: 9100 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Appointments: brighthorizons.
- How to apply
Please visit our careers website: https://careers.
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER Grade Level: 6th Grade ELA
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER Grade Level: 6th Grade ELA
Reports to: Principal
Salary Range: $34,337.50 - $43,562
FLSA: Exempt
Purpose:
Currently seeking certified educators to serve as an Instructional Support Teacher! The Instructional Support Teacher (IST) provides differentiated instruction to small groups and individuals, provides classroom coverage when teachers are absent, and provides leadership during recess, lunch periods, and morning and afternoon transportation duty. Daily instructional delivery of curriculum that aligns with our school’s mission, vision, and values while also meeting state and national academic standards. Educators at our school are strongly encouraged to engage in professional development and leadership opportunities in our collaborative, team-oriented staff environment. This is a great opportunity for newly-certified educators to gain classroom experience, or for seasoned educators looking for a classroom support role.
Job Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Education is required
● Active PA K-6, PK - 4, or 4-8 certification is required
● Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core
● Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum
To apply, complete an employment application. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Competencies
● Superior interpersonal skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and
coordinate actions with leadership team, parents, students, teachers and other staff and,
on an as-needed basis, third party vendors/contractors
● Consultation and coaching skills
● Critical evaluation skills
● Ethical practice
● Documentation
● Leadership skills
● Presentation skills
● Strict adherence to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
● Attention to detail
● Ability to perform multiple assignments without immediate supervision
● Time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
● Able to perform arithmetic and use basic numeric concepts to perform job tasks
1
● Aptitude in using spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail, database, and presentation software
● Commitment to entrepreneurial education and the associated values of resourcefulness, problem-solving, persistence, and innovation
Job Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
Instructional Responsibilities
● Provides direct instruction to students in individual and/or small group settings.
● Uses identified needs (based on test scores and observations) to guide the learning
process toward student achievement.
● Assists lead teacher in closing the achievement gap by linking assessment to
instruction.
● Assists lead teacher by learning and implementing various assessment strategies
● Provides support to students in general education area as assigned.
● Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and
support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals.
● Provides classroom coverage when lead teacher is absent.
Classroom responsibilities:
● Provides written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
● Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials, and facilities.
● Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, PHCSE
policy, administrative guidelines, and specific program requirements.
● Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing
student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
● Available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms, including, but not limited to, parent conferences and telephone conferences.
● Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district/campus personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
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● Problem solve to identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs
Professional Development Responsibilities:
● Continuously maintains and improves professional competence through professional development activities in pedagogical content knowledge, and a wide range of instructional strategies.
● Participates in discussions or activities focused on using research to improve student skills.
● Participates in staff development focused on the delivery of interventions and assessments, data collection, response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications, and interventions that enable students to achieve success in all academic content standards.
● Commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning communities and development opportunities; after hours and weekends
● Attend mandatory school events as assigned by Supervisor
● Attend one Board Meeting and one PTA meeting per year
● Active certifications to include Google certification and PA teaching certificate
per administration
● Other duties as assigned by the Principal.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily sedentary in nature, exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move throughout the building, sit, and navigate stairs in order to access classrooms and meeting areas throughout the school. Occasionally reaches with hands and arms. Frequent handling and fingering. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must be able to talk and hear. Mental acuity required. Primarily assigned to an office environment that is climate and noise controlled with adequate lighting, using standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers. Frequently called upon to monitor recess, lunch, or other activity periods in an outdoor playground or athletic field setting with exposure to outdoor elements.
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INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER
INSTRUCTIONAL SUPPORT TEACHER
Grade Level: 1st Grade - All Subjects (self-contained classroom) Reports to: Principal
Salary Range: $34,337.50 - $43,562
FLSA: Exempt
Purpose:
Currently seeking certified educators to serve as an Instructional Support Teacher! The Instructional Support Teacher (IST) provides differentiated instruction to small groups and individuals, provides classroom coverage when teachers are absent, and provides leadership during recess, lunch periods, and morning and afternoon transportation duty. Daily instructional delivery of curriculum that aligns with our school’s mission, vision, and values while also meeting state and national academic standards. Educators at our school are strongly encouraged to engage in professional development and leadership opportunities in our collaborative, team-oriented staff environment. This is a great opportunity for newly-certified educators to gain classroom experience, or for seasoned educators looking for a classroom support role.
Job Qualifications:
● Bachelor’s and/or Master’s Degree in Education is required
● Active PA K-6, PK - 4, or 4-8 certification is required
● Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core
● Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum
To apply, complete an employment application. Equal Opportunity Employer.
Competencies
● Superior interpersonal skills
● Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to effectively communicate and
coordinate actions with leadership team, parents, students, teachers and other staff and,
on an as-needed basis, third party vendors/contractors
● Consultation and coaching skills
● Critical evaluation skills
● Ethical practice
● Documentation
● Leadership skills
● Presentation skills
● Strict adherence to confidentiality and ability to handle sensitive information
● Attention to detail
● Ability to perform multiple assignments without immediate supervision
● Time management and ability to prioritize tasks to meet deadlines
● Able to perform arithmetic and use basic numeric concepts to perform job tasks
1
● Aptitude in using spreadsheet, word processing, e-mail, database, and presentation software
● Commitment to entrepreneurial education and the associated values of resourcefulness, problem-solving, persistence, and innovation
Job Responsibilities:
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:
Instructional Responsibilities
● Provides direct instruction to students in individual and/or small group settings.
● Uses identified needs (based on test scores and observations) to guide the learning
process toward student achievement.
● Assists lead teacher in closing the achievement gap by linking assessment to
instruction.
● Assists lead teacher by learning and implementing various assessment strategies
● Provides support to students in general education area as assigned.
● Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and
support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals.
● Provides classroom coverage when lead teacher is absent.
Classroom responsibilities:
● Provides written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisor.
● Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment,
materials, and facilities.
● Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, PHCSE
policy, administrative guidelines, and specific program requirements.
● Assists the administration in implementing all policies and rules governing
student life and conduct, and, for the classroom, develops reasonable rules of classroom behavior and procedure, and maintains order in the classroom in a fair and just manner.
● Available to students and parents for education-related purposes outside the instructional day when required or requested to do so under reasonable terms, including, but not limited to, parent conferences and telephone conferences.
● Conducts student assessments to identify those eligible for intervention services, to plan instruction, and/or to assist staff members in learning various assessment techniques. Assess the accomplishments of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required. Collaborates, as needed, with appropriate district/campus personnel regarding students who may need specialized interventions.
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● Problem solve to identify innovative, practical, and effective differentiation strategies to meet student learning needs
Professional Development Responsibilities:
● Continuously maintains and improves professional competence through professional development activities in pedagogical content knowledge, and a wide range of instructional strategies.
● Participates in discussions or activities focused on using research to improve student skills.
● Participates in staff development focused on the delivery of interventions and assessments, data collection, response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications, and interventions that enable students to achieve success in all academic content standards.
● Commitment to professional growth through participation in professional learning communities and development opportunities; after hours and weekends
● Attend mandatory school events as assigned by Supervisor
● Attend one Board Meeting and one PTA meeting per year
● Active certifications to include Google certification and PA teaching certificate
per administration
● Other duties as assigned by the Principal.
Working Conditions:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Work is primarily sedentary in nature, exerting up to 10 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to move throughout the building, sit, and navigate stairs in order to access classrooms and meeting areas throughout the school. Occasionally reaches with hands and arms. Frequent handling and fingering. Vision abilities required by this job include close vision. Must be able to talk and hear. Mental acuity required. Primarily assigned to an office environment that is climate and noise controlled with adequate lighting, using standard office equipment such as computers, telephones, printers. Frequently called upon to monitor recess, lunch, or other activity periods in an outdoor playground or athletic field setting with exposure to outdoor elements.
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