Dynamic 7-8 ELA Teacher - Inspire & Elevate Minds

York City School District

United States

On-site

USD 54,000 - 66,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

York City School District is seeking an ELA Teacher for Grades 7-8 to develop students' literacy and critical thinking through a structured curriculum and differentiated instruction. You will plan lessons, assess progress, and communicate with families to support student achievement.

Collaboration with grade-level teams and administrators is essential for instructional effectiveness. Qualifications include a Bachelor's Degree and PA Level I teaching certificate, with preferred tutoring

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university.
Minimum Level I Teaching Certificate issued by the Pennsylvania Department of Education.
Experience working with Mid-Level age children and tutoring experience preferred.
Act 34, Act 151 and FBI clearance (self-paid).
Act 126 & Act 71 Training Certificates.
Drug Screen.
Letter of Interest, Resume and application on District website.

Responsibilities

Develops and administers mathematics curriculum consistent with school district goals and objectives.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials for subject area, and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to develop pertinent sequential assignments, challenge students, and best utilize the available time for instruction.
Teaches knowledge and skills in mathematics, including concepts such as real an imaginary numbers, formulas, calculations and geometry, and promotes creative thinking and analysis in all related subject areas.
Designs learning activities to demonstrate the application of mathematics to everyday existence and problem-solving.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and progress, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Maintains familiarity with district and Connecticut State standardized tests for the purpose of adapting curriculum to maximize student achievement on such tests.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by district procedures and applicable laws.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards and school district policies, and establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other professional staff members, especially within grade level, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
Additional Duties: Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.