Academic Autism Teacher

Harrisburg School District; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); Presencial; USD 48.000 - 62.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Harrisburg School District is seeking an Elementary Special Education teacher at Foose Elementary to provide flexible instructional program and supportive classroom environment. The role emphasizes building effective rapport with students and families, and aligning with district and HEA contract terms.

You will deliver instruction in core subjects within PA certification scope, develop plans, assess progress, and collaborate with staff and parents to support student growth and achievement in an

Formación

• Experience teaching Autism Support students is preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with students, staff and parents.

Responsabilidades

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, math, health and/or science as allowed by PA certification in a classroom using adopted curriculum.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized and small group instruction; translates plans into learning experiences; uses technology and research-based methods.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to create a safe and inspiring learning environment; supervises students during activities.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with staff to address social, emotional, behavioral and academic issues.
• Creates an effective learning environment with displays, centers and engaging classroom spaces.
• Administers standardized assessments; evaluates student progress and maintains records and progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss progress and school programs.
• Adheres to federal, state and local school laws and district policies; follows PA Code of Professional Practice for Educators.
• Maintains professional competence through development activities provided by the district or self-selected.
• Selects books and instructional aids; maintains inventory records.
• Participates in curriculum development and faculty committees.

Conocimientos

Autism Support

Educación

PA Special Education certification (K-8 or K-12)

Descripción del empleo

Job Summary

To create a flexible elementary instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish appropriate effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education, in accordance with each student's ability; and to establish appropriate, effective relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Functions

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, health, and/or science and other subjects within area permitted by specific Pennsylvania certification to students in a classroom, using the curriculum adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities. 25%
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and to meet the requirements; and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Uses technology and research based instructional methods to facilitate instruction. 15%
• Establishes and district maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a safe and inspiring learning atmosphere in the classroom. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day or beyond the working day when involved in an extended field trip or learning activity. 15%
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional, behavioral, and academic issues. 10%
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, interest centers in the classroom, and throughout the school environment. 5%
• Administers individual and group standardized assessments in accordance with district assessment program. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports. 5%
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program. 5%
• Demonstrates understanding of and abides by federal, state, and local school laws and regulations; mandated programs; District policies and administrative regulations. Reviews and abides by Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators. 5%
• Maintains professional competence through professional development education activities provided by the district or through self-selected activities. 5%
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aides; maintains required inventory records. 5%
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities. 5%

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:

All applicants are required to possess a valid PA teaching certificate in the area of Special Education K-8 or K-12.Experienceteaching Autism Support students is preferred. Exhibits knowledge and understanding of best instructional practices, excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability tointeract effectively with students, staff, and parents; and an interest in urban educationpreferred.

LOCATION:

Foose Elementary

SALARY:

In accordance with the HEA contract agreement

WORK CONTRACT:

In accordance with the HEA contract agreement

Required Documents:

Child Abuse, PA State Criminal History and FBI Fingerprint Clearances as required by PA School Code at time of hire.