K-2 Teacher (STREAM Academy)

Allentown School District; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 59,493 - 81,690; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement

PSERS Retirement Fund

Job summary

Allentown School District is seeking a K-2 Teacher for STREAM Academy. This role includes collaborating with staff, maintaining communication with parents, and using diverse instructional strategies. Candidates must hold a Bachelor’s degree and a valid Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.

The district offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental insurance, vision reimbursement, and tuition reimbursement for qualifying individuals.

Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree.
• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process.
• Upholds and enforces school rules and regulations.
• Maintains open lines of communication with all stakeholders.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies.

Skills

Dependability

Integrity

Positive personal traits

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate

Job description

K-2 Teacher

STREAM Academy

Salary Range: $59,493-$81,690

Qualifications

• A Bachelors degree.
• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable.

Performance Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
• Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.
• Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
• Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty and responsibility as an appropriate model for students.
• Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations and Board policy.
• Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members and the general public.
• Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area or grade level.
• Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal.
• Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals.
• Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives.
• Develops, maintains and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines.
• Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
• Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to student concerning their progress.
• Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught.
• Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs.

The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify.

This may include

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Personal and Sick time
• PSERS Retirement Fund
• Eligibility for specific benefits will be outlined in each labor group's specific collective bargaining agreement.