Kindergarten Teacher: Inspire Growth & Curiosity

Harrisburg School District; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harrisburg School District seeks an elementary school teacher for Ben Franklin Elementary School to deliver a standards-based program and foster a positive learning environment. This position requires PA Elementary Teacher Certification and aligns with the HEA Contract Agreement, located in Harrisburg, PA.

The teacher will collaborate with staff, communicate with parents, and support student growth. Salary is determined by the HEA contract; the district emphasizes instructional excellence,

Qualifications

• Must hold Elementary Teacher Certification.
• Experience with Pennsylvania standards preferred.
• Ability to establish rapport with students and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teaches reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, health, and/or science within PA certification scope.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials; provides individualized and small group instruction.
• Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to create a safe learning environment.
• Identifies student needs and collaborates with staff to address social, emotional, behavioral, and academic issues.
• Creates an effective learning environment with engaging displays and centers.
• Administers standardized assessments; tracks academic and social growth; maintains records and progress reports.
• Communicates with parents through conferences and other channels about student progress.
• Adheres to state and district policies and professional codes of conduct.
• Maintains professional development through district-provided or self-initiated activities.
• Selects and inventories books and instructional aids; supports curriculum needs.

Skills

Reading instruction

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Classroom management

Education

Elementary Teacher Certification

Tools

Technology in instruction

Job description

Harrisburg School District seeks an elementary school teacher for Ben Franklin Elementary School to deliver a standards-based program and foster a positive learning environment. This position requires PA Elementary Teacher Certification and aligns with the HEA Contract Agreement, located in Harrisburg, PA.

The teacher will collaborate with staff, communicate with parents, and support student growth. Salary is determined by the HEA contract; the district emphasizes instructional excellence,