Elementary Teacher

Chp Schools Group; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

CHP Schools seeks an Elementary School Teacher at Cyber Campus in Philadelphia to deliver a standards-based program and foster academic and personal growth. You will build engaging lessons, assess progress, and communicate with families to support student success.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree and PA teaching certificate; bilingual ability (Spanish/English) is preferred. The school emphasizes collaboration, safety, and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required from an accredited university or college.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
• Knowledge in bilingual education and classroom strategies.

Responsibilities

• Teaches all content using the district-approved curriculum.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized instruction.
• Uses varied instruction strategies (inquiry, group work, lecture, discovery).
• Translates plans into engaging learning experiences and uses time effectively.
• Maintains classroom behavior standards for a productive learning environment.
• Evaluates progress, keeps records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents regularly about student progress and school programs.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish/English

Bilingual education knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree

PA Teacher's Certificate

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: Cyber Campus - PHILADELPHIA, PA 19120, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $59,240.00 - $86,148.00 Salary,

The Elementary Teacher will report to the Principal of the assigned CHP School and are responsible for creating a flexible learning program and a class environment favorable to academic and personal growth; to establish effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation conducive to a healthy learning environment in accordance with each student’s ability; to establish good relationships with parents and other staff members.

I. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaches all content and other appropriate learning activities utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Trustees.
• Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
• Uses a variety of instruction strategies, such as inquiry, group discussion, lecture, discovery, etc.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom and other designated areas.
• Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• Communicates with parents consistently through notebooks/agendas/conferences and other means to discuss students’ progress and interpret the school program.
• Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve health, attitude, and learning problems.
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
• Maintains professional competence through in-service education activities provided by professional growth activities.
• Participates cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with guidelines.
• Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
• Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the school day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with the state testing program.
• Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.

II. PROFESSIONALISM

Interpersonal/Teamwork

• Maintains positive and professional relationships with colleagues, children and parents.
• Contributes as a team member and actively collaborates with others to meet the mission and goals of CHP Schools and its Affiliate Charter Schools.

Work Habits

• Knowledgeable and supportive of CHP Schools and its Affiliate Charter Schools’ policies and procedures, including those in the Policy and Procedure Manual, and implements them consistently.
• Knowledgeable of laws, regulations, and standards pertinent to their work and demonstrates compliance.
• Demonstrates integrity by striving for safe and effective service delivery, as well as accurate, timely and complete documentation.
• Contributes to maintaining a culture of safety, collaboration, and customer service for all internal and external stakeholders including but not limited to students, parents, colleagues and visitors.
• Reports to work, as well as all meetings and appointments, in a timely manner.
• Dresses appropriately and professionally based on scheduled activities of the given day.
• Strives to serve as a role model to clients.

Professional Development

• Participates in individual supervision as scheduled by the supervisor.
• Accepts and follows suggestions, directives, and requests to perform additional duties willingly and flexibly.
• Consults their supervisor or others, as appropriate, for collaborative problem solving.
• Exercises sound judgment, knowledge, and creativity in decision making.
• Takes on personal development and building a learning environment.
• Completes and demonstrates competency in all mandatory training as identified by the organization including knowledge of child and adolescent growth and development.
• Participates in additional training as identified in supervision or by external licensing, contractual, and accreditation organizations.

III. QUALIFICATIONS

Education, Training, and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited university or college required.
• Bilingual (Spanish and English) preferred.
• Knowledge in bilingual education.

Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

• Pennsylvania Teacher’s Certificate required.

Ongoing Training and Credentialing

• Meets all ongoing requirements as identified by the Human Resources Department.

IV. WORK ENVIRONMENT

The Elementary School Teacher will work indoors, outdoors, on campus and off campus with frequent stressful situations. There is a 37.5 hour plus work week that includes occasional weekend and evening work.