Educator

The Lincoln Center For Family And Youth; Thorndale (PA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth in Pennsylvania seeks an Educator to teach K-5 students in core subjects, fostering academic growth and a positive classroom environment. The Teacher will implement engaging lessons and support diverse learners at a public elementary school in Coatesville, PA.

The role requires a Pennsylvania Teaching Certification, a Bachelor's degree, and commitment to student success, family communication, and collaborative school culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and Pennsylvania Teaching Certification required.
• Experience in K-5 education and classroom management preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons in reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Foster academic growth and a positive classroom culture.
• Assess students and maintain accurate records of progress.
• Engage with parents and school staff to support student success.

Skills

Excellent communication and relation

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree and Pennsylvania Teaching Certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Coatesville Area School District - Thorndale, PA 19372

The Lincoln Center for Family and Youth

1100 Adams Ave | Audubon, PA 19403

[phone] | [e-mail]

Job Description: Educator

Title: Educator Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

Reports To: Chief Schools Officer

Organization Summary

Founded in 1970 by a behavioral health hospital and incorporated as a 501(c)(3) nonprofit in 1983, TLC is an entrepreneurial social enterprise committed to transforming lives and communities—one moment, one choice, one connection at a time. Headquartered in Pennsylvania, TLC operates across multiple states, providing K-12 alternative education, comprehensive mental and behavioral health services, coaching, counseling, and trauma-informed training. Additionally, TLC collaborates with school districts, universities, hospitals, police departments, and nonprofit organizations, offering consultation services to secure federal and state grant funding.

Position Summary

The Teacher educates students in grades K-5, in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science, and social studies. They foster academic growth, social development, and a positive classroom environment.

Duties & Responsibilities

Facilitate Learning

• Develop a classroom culture where the Teacher is viewed as a facilitator of the learning process and not a lecturer.
• Plan, prepare and implement lesson plans that facilitate active learning.
• Provide personalized support to each student to develop learning plans that match each student’s needs and abilities.
• Utilize Project-Based Learning (PBL) techniques.
• Leverage technology to support and differentiate instruction.
• Develop a multi-sensory learning environment.

Facilitate Socioemotional Development

• Provide diverse opportunities to develop and enhance students’ social and emotional skills.
• Promote the overall wellness (physical, mental, social, emotional) of each student.

Conduct Assessments

• Assign and grade classwork, homework, test and assignments.
• Monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust facilitation strategies.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress.

Develop Positive Classroom Culture

• Build positive, compassionate classroom communities that engage learners.
• Implement evidence-based classroom management and positive behavior support strategies.

Other Duties

• Actively participate in department, school, district and parent meetings.
• Initiate and maintain close contact with parents/guardians of each student.
• Communicate information regularly to students, parents, and districts regarding student progress and needs.
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies, and school regulations.
• Assess, record, and report on the development, progress, goal attainment and behavior of students.
• Attend meetings as scheduled and necessary with counselors, other staff and other members of the Public-School District.

Skills & Knowledge

Leadership and Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and relationship building skills.
• Ability to work effectively on a multi-treatment team.

Technical Skills

• Proficient in subject matter taught.
• Knowledge and experience with Microsoft programs.

Education & Experience

Bachelor’s Degree and Pennsylvania Teaching Certification.

Work Environment

Public Elementary School in Coatesville, PA.

Work Hours

This is a full-time, 40 hours per week, 43-week position.

Travel

Minimal travel.

EEO Statement

TLC is committed to a policy of Equal Employment Opportunity and does not discriminate on any legally recognized basis, including, but not limited to, race, age, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other basis recognized by federal, state or local law.