Special Education Teacher

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School; Catasauqua (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Arts Academy Charter School is seeking a professional teacher to deliver instruction, develop lesson plans, and monitor student progress in alignment with the PA curriculum. The role emphasizes equitable classroom environment, active student engagement, and ongoing assessment to guide instruction.

The ideal candidate will hold a PA teaching certificate, a Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field, and strong communication and organizational skills to manage diverse learning

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or a related subject area.
• Proper valid Pennsylvania teacher certification.
• Ability to communicate effectively and organize tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks with timely delivery.
• Proficient with computer skills and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Follow the approved course design and implement lesson plans.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Plan and implement lessons meeting student needs and curriculum.
• Monitor progress and provide feedback to students and families.
• Maintain attendance records and office submissions daily.
• Maintain grading procedures and student achievement records.
• Support each student’s development according to abilities.
• Deliver effective instructional lessons using appropriate materials.
• Maintain classroom discipline and professional conduct in halls and events.
• Keep accurate records as required by law and policy.
• Participate in in-service trainings and professional development.
• Take on assignments from the Building Principal as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Creative thinking

Problem solving

Listening skills

Student engagement

Confidentiality

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area

PA teaching certification

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

The teacher is the foundation of any sound educational program. A teacher makes plans and sets goals based on the curriculum to be learned, their knowledge of students, and their instructional context. A teacher establishes and maintains a purposeful and equitable environment for learning. A teacher engages students in learning by using a variety of instructional strategies. A teacher demonstrates professionalism in aspects that occur in and beyond the classroom/building.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Will follow a course of study following the design developed by the teachers and administration. It shall be regularly revised according to the recommendations of the teachers, administration, and the PA Department of Education.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to the maturity of the students.
• Plan and implement lesson plans that meet individual needs, interests, and abilities within the IAA curriculum.
• Monitor and assess student progress and provide feedback on a regular basis to students and parents/guardians.
• Maintain a careful record of each student’s attendance. All excuses for absences shall be collected and turned into the office on a daily basis.
• Develop a systematic grading procedure according to the policies of the school and maintain neat and thorough records of student achievement.
• Assist each student to develop personal levels of performance appropriate to the student’s ability.
• Responsible for presenting appropriate, effective, and orderly instructional lessons by utilizing appropriate teaching techniques and instructional materials.
• Maintain appropriate student behavior in the classrooms. In addition, all professional employees have the responsibility of student control and discipline in the halls, classroom, during assemblies,/programs, etc.
• Maintain accurate, complete, legible, and correct records as required by the law, IAA policy, and administrative regulations.
• Actively participates in in-service training sessions. In-service and class preparation time is to be spent involved in professional activities; such as preparation and revision of instructional materials and being informed of education developments.
• Assume individual responsibilities assigned by the Building Principal which may relate to student activities, student supervision, or other planning and professional assignments.

QUALIFICATIONS, CRITICAL SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education / Subject Area.
• Proper valid Pennsylvania teacher certification.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may find appropriate and acceptable.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to organize tasks.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks within close time proximity.
• Ability to exercise appropriate judgment.
• Must possess computer skills.
• Must be able to communicate clearly with students, parents, and other school employees
• Must be able to think creatively and solve problems.
• Must have effective listening skills.
• Must demonstrate talent in the instruction of students with varied styles and levels of mastery.
• Must appropriately handle confidential information.