Library Teacher

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

Personal and Sick time

PSERS Retirement Fund

Job summary

Allentown School District is seeking qualified individuals for an educational role that includes responsibilities such as collaborating with staff, leading music programs, and upholding school policies. Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree and a valid Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate, along with relevant clearances.

The position comes with a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and retirement options. Strong candidates will demonstrate integrity and responsibility as a role model for students.

Qualifications

• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
• Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with other staff members in the education process.
• Displays interest in and participates in the instrumental school program.
• Leads and collaborates with the music department.

Education

Bachelors degree

Job description

Split: Hays/Sheridan

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.
• Additional or alternative qualifications may be determined appropriate by the board or superintendents.

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 instrumental school program.
• Ensemble leadership and collaboration with the music department to recruit, grow, teach and create learning opportunities within the Music 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 students 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.

Benefits

• 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.