*Reports to: Principal *

　　Salary Range: $50,000.00-$61,986.88

　　*If you are a certified science and/or social studies teacher seeking a placement for the 2023- 2024 School Year, apply with us! The 6th Grade science/social studies teacher provides daily instruction based on a curriculum that 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 certification in 4 - 8 social studies and/or science or elementary K - 6 certification is required.

　　Extensive knowledge of the Pennsylvania State Standards and Common Core

　　Experience in teaching a non-basal curriculum

　　3 years teaching experience preferred

　　To apply, complete an employment application . Equal Opportunity Employer.

　　*Value Statement: *

　　We believe in soaring to success by building strong Character, Academics, Relationships, and Entrepreneurs for a life of leadership!

　　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

　　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 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

　　Job Responsibilities:

　　Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions:

　　Data collection, response to differentiation, and the implementation of accommodations, modifications and interventions that enable students to be successful in all academic content standards

　　*Team planning of unit lessons and grade level curriculum *

　　Support student entrepreneurial endeavors as part of our Microsociety and Entrepreneurship curriculum

　　Knowledge of content, pedagogy, and child development

　　Design coherent instruction and student assessments

　　Classroom management utilizing a school wide positive behavior support model

　　Create an environment of respect and rapport

　　Establish a culture for learning

　　Manage classroom procedures

　　Manage student behavior

　　Follows and implements intervention plans or processes to provide service and support to students to meet school goals or intervention plan goals

　　Collects and records observational data related to academic progress or behavior management

　　Partner with special education staff to maintain organization of special education files and student learning records

　　Organize physical space that is conducive to learning

　　Differentiated instruction to meet the needs of each student

　　Interdisciplinary approach to instruction

　　Use of varied teaching strategies

　　Use of questioning and discussion techniques

　　Engage students in learning

　　*Demonstrate flexibility and responsiveness *

　　Student data analysis and portfolio maintenance

　　Conducts or participates in parent conferences, telephone conferences, and other forms of professional communication

　　Involvement in alignment committees and task-forces

　　*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, and pertinent 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 an indoor 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.  *