2nd Grade Teacher

Cumberland Valley High School; Mechanicsburg (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cumberland Valley School District is seeking elementary candidates to support its mission by teaching core curricula and fostering a love of learning in diverse classrooms. Applicants must hold an active Pennsylvania Elementary Teaching Certification (K-6 or PK-4) and demonstrate knowledge of developmental needs, assessment practices, and effective communication with parents and staff.

Collaboration with special education and support services is essential to meet every child's needs.

Qualifications

• Active PA elementary teaching certification (K-6 or PK-4).
• Demonstrated knowledge of elementary development and pedagogy.
• Strong communication with parents, students, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain classrooms that emphasize foundational academic and social skills.
• Articulate curriculum, instruction, assessment, and professional development.
• Use traditional and digital communication tools with families.
• Create feelings of connection and shared responsibility for learning.
• Collaborate with special education and support services.
• Respect all educational stakeholders and Cumberland Valley traditions.
• Work efficiently and commit to continual improvement.
• Commit to maintaining district excellence.

Skills

Communication skills

Understanding elementary development

Education

Active Pennsylvania Elementary Teaching Certification (K-6 or PK-4)

Tools

Danielson Framework for Teaching

Mastery Learning

Student Data Analysis

Classroom Technology Integration

Science of Reading

Job description

The Cumberland Valley School District seeks elementary candidates with the talent and skills to support the district's vision and mission. This position requires an active K-6 or PK-4 Elementary Pennsylvania Teaching Certification. Candidates must have a thorough knowledge of the physical and psychological aspects of elementary-aged children, be able to teach the approved curricula, and have good communication skills.

• Maintain classrooms that emphasize developing a solid foundation of academic and social skills and a love of learning.
• Articulate curriculum, instruction, assessment, and their own professional development to best ensure that every child has the opportunity to reach their potential.
• Use traditional and digital communication tools that help parents, teachers, and students make sound decisions about teaching and learning.
• Create feelings of connection and shared responsibility for student learning among parents, students, educators, and the community.
• Work hand in hand with special education and support services to meet the unique needs of every child in their classroom.
• Respect all educational stakeholders, embrace diversity, and maintain long-standing Cumberland Valley School District traditions.
• Work efficiently and effectively while being forward-thinking and committed to continual improvement.
• Be committed to helping maintain the excellence for which the Cumberland Valley School District is known.

In addition to being qualified and knowledgeable in the specific area of certification required, we are seeking individuals trained in:

• The Danielson Framework for Teaching
• Mastery Learning
• Student-level Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Classroom Technology Integration
• Structured Literacy and the Science of Reading