Special Education Instructor _ EXTERNAL CANDIDATES

Sylvania; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Sylvania in Altoona, PA seeks a teacher to facilitate student learning in language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, health, physical education, art, and/or music in alignment with the district’s curriculum framework, policies, and regulations.

The role involves creating a classroom environment conducive to learning and growth; establishing rapport with pupils; motivating students to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge; working cooperatively with aides and staff; and maintaining

Responsibilities

• Create a classroom environment favorable to learning and growth.
• Establish rapport with pupils and motivate them to develop skills and knowledge.
• Coordinate with aides and staff and build strong relationships with parents.

Job description

This position is responsible for facilitating student learning in the areas of language arts, mathematics, science, social studies, health, physical education, art, and/or music in accordance with the district’s curriculum framework, board policy, administrative regulations, and federal, state, and local law. Other responsibilities include creating a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establishing effective rapport with pupils; motivating pupils to develop skills, attitudes and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation, in accordance with each pupil’s ability; provide direction and work cooperatively with aides, assistants, or behavioral support personnel assigned to the pupil/pupils; establish good relationships with parents and with other staff members.

Instruct pupils in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the District.