Anticipated Learning Support Teacher – Middle School

Bellefonte Area School District; Bellefonte (Centre County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Bellefonte Area School District is seeking a Learning Support Teacher for Bellefonte Area Middle School. This anticipated full-time position supports students in Special Education to promote academic and social growth.

The role requires PA teaching certification (K-12 or K-8 SPED) with possible PRAXIS/LOR submission. Collaboration with staff and families is essential to implement innovative curriculum and nurture student success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Special Education is required.
• Master’s degree in a related field is preferred.
• Pennsylvania teaching certification is required.
• K-12 or K-8 Special Education Certification is required.
• PRAXIS and Letter of Eligibility must be attached in lieu of PA Certificate until actual PA Certificate is available.

Responsibilities

• Plan standards-based lessons that are challenging and rigorous.
• Demonstrate knowledge of content and pedagogy to help students meet standards.
• Collaborate with teachers to incorporate 21st Century Literacy Skills.
• Maintain student data and assess learning.
• Create a respectful, positive classroom environment.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Special Education

Master’s degree in related field

Job description

The Bellefonte Area School District is accepting applications for an anticipated Learning Support Teacher position

Location:

Bellefonte Area Middle School

Type:

Full-time

Work Day:

School Day

Work Year:

School Year

Department:

Special Education

Reports to:

Director of Special Education, Building Principal

Pay & Benefits

See attached document (below) for information about pay. Benefits information is available upon request. The pay scale is in accordance with our Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Position Overview

The Bellefonte Area School District is seeking a Teacher to educate all students to use knowledge, values, and skills to function effectively as citizens of our society, by providing a nurturing and stimulating environment in cooperation with community, parents, and innovative curriculum

Key Responsibilities

• Plan for standards-based lessons that are challenging, rigorous, and purposeful.
• Demonstrates knowledge of content and pedagogy which enables students to meet or exceed academic standards.
• Selects instructional goals that are aligned with academic standards and within the district’s established curriculum.
• Demonstrates knowledge of resources.
• Designs coherent instruction.
• Assesses student learning and accurately maintains student data.
• Creates an environment of respect and rapport.
• Manage classroom procedures and student behavior.
• Collaborate with teachers to incorporate 21st Century Literacy Skills into lessons, co-teaching when available.
• To perform other professional duties as assigned by the building principal.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: Bachelor’s degree in Special Education
• Preferred: Master’s degree in related field

Experience Requirements

• Minimum:

• Strong academic preparation and evidence of a rigorous teacher preparation program

• Experience with instructional technology

• Strong organizational and communication skills

• Preferred:

• Prior teaching experience

• Experience working with students with behavioral/emotional needs

Certifications & Licenses

• Required:

• Pennsylvania teaching certification

• K-12 or K-8 Special Education Certification

• Attachment of PRAXIS and Letter of Eligibility from graduating college/university is required in lieu of PA Certificate until actual PA Certificate is available.

LANGUAGE SKILLS:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, state and government regulations. Ability to effectively present information using a variety of media and respond to questions from students, administrators, staff, and general public. Possesses a thorough and current knowledge of curriculum and effective teaching practices,

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:

• Ability to calculate various statistical procedures and interpret same.

REASONING ABILITY:

• Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, draw valid conclusions, and to develop and implement action plans. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of curriculum documents and deal with several abstract and concrete variables.

OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES:

• Effective communication and interpersonal skills with parents, community, faculty, staff, and administration.
• Ability to work with a wide range of individuals and gain respect and support of others.
• Demonstrate a positive and caring nature towards children