Teacher- Family Consumer Science

Allentown-School-District; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 59,000 - 82,000; 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 City School District seeks a Middle School Teacher for Family and Consumer Science with AI-focused curriculum development. The role emphasizes designing engaging AI-integrated computer science experiences and project-based learning across subjects, guiding students through real-world AI applications.

Ideal candidates will have PA certification, data-analysis skills, and experience leading competency-based education initiatives within a supportive district setting in Allentown, PA.

Qualifications

• HOLD a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in the specified curriculum.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
• Experience developing AI-related projects or curriculum.
• Familiarity with AI education platforms or resources.
• Experience with project-based learning or competency-based education.
• Experience with data analysis and using data to inform instruction.
• Experience with coding competitions or extracurricular computer science activities.
• Additional or alternative qualifications as determined by the board/superintendents.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development and Implementation (AI-focused).
• Design, develop, and implement AI-integrated CS curricula.
• Develop project-based learning experiences applying CS and AI.
• Collaborate with faculty to integrate AI across subjects.
• Update curriculum to reflect AI and CS advances.
• Align curriculum with national and state standards.
• Personalized Learning and Instruction using data-driven insights.
• Differentiate instruction and provide personalized support.
• Foster student ownership of learning and reflection.
• Project-Based Learning Facilitation from ideation to presentation.
• Mentor students in project lifecycles and teamwork.
• Provide timely feedback and assess with rubrics.
• Assess learning with competency-based assessments.
• Integrate software, hardware, and AI tools into instruction.
• Guide ethical use of AI technologies and stay current with trends.

Skills

AI concepts and education

Data analysis

Project-based learning

Competency-based education

Differentiated instruction

Curriculum development

Education

Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate

Tools

AI education platforms

Job description

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Frontline Applicant Tracking - Allentown City School District

• Position Type: Middle School Teaching/ Family/Consumer Science
• Date Posted: 9/13/2026
• Location: Harrison-Morton Middle School

Teacher- Family Consumer Science
Salary Range: $59,493-$81,690

Qualifications:

• Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in specified curriculum.
• Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI).
• Experience developing AI-related projects or curriculum.
• Familiarity with specific AI education platforms or resources.
• Experience working in a project-based learning or competency-based education environment.
• Experience with data analysis and using data to inform instructional decisions.
• Experience with coding competitions or extracurricular computer science activities.
• Such additional or alternatives to the above qualifications as the board or superintendents may determine appropriate and acceptable. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development and Implementation (AI-Focused):
  • Design, develop, and implement engaging and rigorous high school computer science curricula that integrate AI concepts, principles, and applications.
  • Develop project-based learning experiences that allow students to apply computer science skills to solve real-world problems, particularly those related to AI.
  • Collaborate with other faculty to integrate AI concepts across different subject areas.
  • Continuously update curriculum to reflect advancements in AI and computer science.
  • Align curriculum with relevant national and state standards.
• Personalized Learning and Instruction:
  • Utilize data-driven insights and AI-powered tools (where applicable) to understand individual student needs, learning styles, and progress.
  • Differentiate instruction and provide personalized support to ensure all students achieve mastery of competencies.
  • Foster student ownership of their learning and encourage self-reflection.
• Project-Based Learning Facilitation:
  • Guide and mentor students through the entire project lifecycle, from ideation and planning to execution and presentation.
  • Facilitate collaboration, teamwork, and problem-solving within project groups.
  • Provide timely and constructive feedback on student projects, focusing on both process and outcomes.
  • Assess student learning through project-based rubrics and competency-based assessments.
• Competency-Based Education:
  • Clearly define learning competencies and success criteria for computer science topics.
  • Develop and utilize varied assessment methods that directly measure student mastery of identified competencies.
  • Provide students with clear pathways to demonstrate their learning and progress through the curriculum.
  • Track and report student progress based on competency attainment.
• Effectively integrate various software, hardware, and AI tools into instruction.
• Guide students in the ethical and responsible use of AI technologies.
• Stay current with emerging AI trends and educational technologies.

Share in our community! Grow with our students! Join our district today and be a part of our future!

The Allentown School District offers a comprehensive benefits package to those who qualify. This may include:

• 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.

Postings current as of 9/17/2026 7:15:27 AM CST.

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