Kindergarten Teacher

Harrisburg School District; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrisburg School District seeks an elementary teacher for Downey Elementary School to provide a flexible instructional program and a supportive classroom environment for learning and growth. You will teach reading, language arts, math, science and social studies per Pennsylvania certification while building strong relationships with students and families.

Responsibilities include planning lessons, delivering differentiated instruction, using technology, administering assessments, keeping

Qualifications

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, health, and science within PA certification.
• Develops lesson plans and provides differentiated instruction using technology.
• Establishes standards of student behavior and maintains safe learning environments.
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with staff to support student growth.
• Administers assessments and maintains records of progress.

Responsibilities

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, health, and science within PA certification.
• Develops lesson plans and provides individualized instruction; uses technology to facilitate instruction.
• Establishes standards of student behavior and supervises students.
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with staff to support student growth.
• Creates engaging displays and learning environments in the classroom.
• Administers standardized assessments and maintains progress records.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other means.
• Adheres to laws, regulations, and district policies.

Skills

Lesson planning

Classroom management

Student assessment

Parent communication

Curriculum alignment

Education

Elementary Teacher Certification

Tools

Technology in instruction

Job description

Job Summary

To create a flexible elementary instructional program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; to establish appropriate effective rapport with students; to motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for further education, in accordance with each student's ability; and to establish appropriate, effective relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Essential Functions

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, health, and/or science and other subjects within area permitted by specific Pennsylvania certification to students in a classroom, using the curriculum adopted by the Board of Education and other appropriate learning activities.
• 25%Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student and to meet the requirements; and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction. Uses technology and research based instructional methods to facilitate instruction.
• 15%Establishes and district maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a safe and inspiring learning atmosphere in the classroom. Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day or beyond the working day when involved in an extended field trip or learning activity.
• 15%Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional, behavioral, and academic issues.
• 10%Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, interest centers in the classroom, and throughout the school environment.
• 5%Administers individual and group standardized assessments in accordance with district assessment program. Evaluates students' academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
• 5%Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student's progress and interpret the school program.
• 5%Demonstrates understanding of and abides by federal, state, and local school laws and regulations; mandated programs; District policies and administrative regulations. Reviews and abides by Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.
• 5%Maintains professional competence through professional development education activities provided by the district or through self-selected activities.
• 5%Selects and requisitions books and instructional aides; maintains required inventory records.
• 5%Participates in curriculum development programs as required, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities.5%

Licenses and Certifications

Elementary Teacher Certification Required

LOCATION:

Downey Elementary School

SALARY:

In accordance with the HEA Contract Agreement

WORK CONTRACT:

In accordance with the HEA Contract Agreement

Required Documents

Child Abuse, PA State Criminal History and FBI Fingerprint Clearances as required by PA School Code at time of hire.