Elementary Teacher: Reading Specialist

WESTBROOK PARK ELEM; Clifton Heights (Delaware County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Upper Darby School District's Westbrook Park Elementary School in Clifton Heights, PA is seeking a full-time Elementary Reading Specialist to join our instructional staff.

The successful candidate will hold PA Reading Specialist (PK-12) certification, demonstrate strong classroom management and communication skills, and deliver targeted reading instruction aligned with district curricula while collaborating with students, families and colleagues.

Qualifications

• PA Instructional Certificate: Reading Specialist (PK-12)
• Review PA Department of Education guidelines for out-of-state educators and emergency certificates
• BA degree in appropriate major
• Knowledge of content in area of certification
• Classroom/group management skills
• Ability to use instructional materials and equipment
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Instructional skills
• Planning skills
• Human relations skills
• Must be able to organize a classroom to deliver the Upper Darby School District academic program
• Strong communication and motivational skills
• Ability to communicate with, instruct, and work with students, staff and parents/guardians

Responsibilities

• Participate as a member of the instructional staff in directing the learning of elementary school students toward district curricula objectives.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators and families to support reading achievement.
• Deliver targeted reading instruction and monitor student progress.

Skills

Reading Specialist cert

Classroom management

Communication skills

Planning skills

Human relations

Parent communication

Education

BA degree

Job description

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Elementary Teacher: Reading Specialist

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Job Details

Starting Date: Immediately

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Classroom Teacher > Reading/Literacy

Job Description

The Upper Darby School District is seeking applicants for a full-time elementary Reading Specialist teacher.

Qualifications:

• PA Instructional Certificate: Reading Specialist(PK-12)
• Out-of-state educators and anyone seeking an emergency certificate should review the guidelines set by the PA Department of Education. Pennsylvania Certification information is available at : https://www.education.pa.gov/Educators/Certification/Pages/default.aspx
• BA required in appropriate major study
• Knowledge of content in area of certification
• Classroom/group management skills
• Ability to use instructional materials and equipment
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Instructional skills
• Planning Skills
• Human Relations Skills
• Must be able to organize a classroom to deliver the Upper Darby School District academicprogram
• Strong communication and motivational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with, instruct, and work with students, staff and parents/guardians

• Job Goal:

  To participate, as a member of the instructional staff, in directing the learning of elementaryschoolstudents. Such participation shall be directed toward attainment of general and specific objectives of the curricula of the school, and of the school district.

  Our Mission:

  It is the mission of the Upper Darby School District to provide a comprehensive educational program that develops all learners into critical thinkers, with effective communication skills, empowering them to adapt to an ever-changing world. Our students will demonstrate integrity and confidence while cultivating a learner's mindset in pursuit of personal excellence and service to others.

  Our Belief Statements:

  • Upper Darby School District's academic programs are based on the following beliefs:

  We believe:

  • All individuals are capable of learning.
  • Individuals learn in different ways and at different rates.
  • Individuals have the right to be treated with respect and dignity.
  • Students are unique individuals with varied talents and skills.
  • Successful learning experiences build self-esteem.
  • Learning is most effective in a caring environment where high standards of social interaction are maintained.
  • Education should encourage individuals to acquire knowledge and attitudes necessary to live in a changing global society.
  • Critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making are essential life skills.
  • Updates in technology necessitate continuous personal and organizational adjustment.
  • Professional development of all staff is vital to meet the changing needs of students and to reflect current best practices.
  • The educational program must meet the needs of all learners and be responsive to the needs and resources of the community.
  • Cultural and ethnic diversity is a valued strength of our community.
  • Society benefits when individual rights are balanced with the needs of the group as a whole.
  • Quality public education directly benefits the entire community.
  • Lifelong learning is essential for all individuals.
  • Education is the responsibility of the entire community, the school, the family, and, most importantly, the individual.

  The Upper Darby School District is an equal opportunity education institution and does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership, or any other legally protected category. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state law, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and with federal law, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Dr. Daniel Nerelli , Director of Human Resources
• 8201 Lansdowne Ave, Upper Darby, PA 19082, USA
• Upper Darby, Pennsylvania 19082
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]