First Grade Teacher

YORK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT; York (York County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

YORK CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT in York, PA seeks an elementary teacher to deliver instruction in reading, language arts, social studies, math, science, art, and health. The teacher will translate standards into engaging lessons and provide small-group instruction to address individual pupil needs.

Applicants must hold a PA Elementary Teaching Certificate and complete required clearances, with duties including maintaining classroom standards and communicating student progress to families.

Qualifications

• PENNSYLVANIA Elementary Teaching Certificate required.
• Clearances and screenings required (Act 34, Act 151, FBI, drug screen).
• Letter of Interest, Resume and district application submitted online.

Responsibilities

• Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, and health to pupils in a classroom.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter and district procedures.
• Develop lesson plans and provide individualized instruction to meet pupil needs.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences to optimize instructional time.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior for a productive learning environment.
• Evaluate pupil progress and communicate with parents regarding progress.

Skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

Pennsylvania Elementary Teaching Certificate

Act 34 Clearance

Act 151 Clearance

FBI Clearance

Act 126 Completion Certificate

Act 71 Completion Certificate

Drug Screening

PreK-4 or K-6 PA teaching certificate

Job description

• Pennsylvania Elementary Teaching Certificate.
• Must have the ability to effectively solve problems in a professional manner.
• Ability to interact with students and staff in a manner that demonstrates respect and dignity
• Act 34 Clearance, Act 151 Clearance, FBI Clearance (self-paid)
• Act 126 & Act 71 Completion Certificates
• Drug Screening (self-paid)
• Letter of Interest, Resume and application on District website

Experience And Qualifications

• Pennsylvania Elementary Teaching Certificate.
• Must have the ability to effectively solve problems in a professional manner.
• Ability to interact with students and staff in a manner that demonstrates respect and dignity
• Act 34 Clearance, Act 151 Clearance, FBI Clearance (self-paid)
• Act 126 & Act 71 Completion Certificates
• Drug Screening (self-paid)
• Letter of Interest, Resume and application on District website

Primary Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art, and health to pupils in a classroom, utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Establish and maintain standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Evaluate pupils' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records and prepares progress reports.
• Communicate with parents through conferences and other means to discuss pupil's progress and interpret the school program.
• Identify pupil needs and cooperate with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils solve health, attitude and learning problems.
• Create an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards and interest centers.
• Maintain professional competence through in-service education activities provided by the district and self-selected professional growth activities.
• Participate cooperatively with the appropriate administrator to develop the method by which the teacher will be evaluated in conformance with district guidelines.
• Select and requisition books and instructional aids; maintain required inventory records.
• Supervises pupils in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
• Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district testing program.
• Participate in curriculum development programs as required.
• Participate in faculty committees and the sponsorship of pupil activities.
• PreK - 4 or K-6 PA teaching certificate required