Social Studies Teacher, Corrections Education Program

Danville - NCSTU - Admissions Building; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16 in Danville, PA, seeks a Corrections Education Teacher for the NCSTU site. The role focuses on social studies instruction for adjudicated youth in a residential setting, with a 188-day, four-day work week schedule August–June.

The successful candidate will hold PA certification 8875-Social Studies 7-12, work with DHS and education teams, and integrate life skills and technology into engaging lessons while maintaining safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with a major in education or education-focused field.
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate in 8875-Social Studies 7-12.
• Additional certification in 9227-Special Education 7-12 or 9225-Special Education PK-12 preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to work with at-risk populations and residential staff.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with colleagues, agencies, parents, and DHS staff.

Responsibilities

• Deliver daily social studies instruction and progress reporting for NCSTU students.
• Collaborate with the Social Studies team to plan lessons aligned with standards.
• Incorporate life skills and career-based learning into instruction.
• Assess student needs and provide support for varied learners.
• Maintain accurate attendance and documentation; report concerns as needed.
• Utilize technology to enhance lessons and recordkeeping; adapt to remote platforms as required.
• Foster a safe, structured classroom environment and professional collaboration with DHS staff.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Collaboration

Classroom management

Technology in education

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education or education-focused field

Tools

Zoom

Google Meet

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16 in Danville, PA, seeks a Corrections Education Teacher for the NCSTU site. The role focuses on social studies instruction for adjudicated youth in a residential setting, with a 188-day, four-day work week schedule August–June.

The successful candidate will hold PA certification 8875-Social Studies 7-12, work with DHS and education teams, and integrate life skills and technology into engaging lessons while maintaining safety and confidentiality.