26-27 SY Teacher, Full-Time - Art K-12 (0.2)

This is a Philadelphia Federal Teacher Union (PFT) represented position. The salary you receive in your offer letter will be determined based on verified education and experience, and is non-negotiable.

Pay

Salary range: $55,771 – $97,852, depending on level of education and years of experience.

About the role

A teacher in the School District of Philadelphia plans and teaches their subject area, following the scope and sequence for all courses. The role involves providing instruction through real-life applications and simulations, using tools, materials, processes, and technology—including software applications—to develop lessons and assess student progress.

Responsibilities

• Assess the skill level of students and align classroom goals and activities to established state and local standards.
• Provide instruction in respective subject area(s).
• Use real-life applications and simulations to teach material.
• Encourage inquiry techniques that promote experimentation and alternative problem-solving approaches.
• Provide technical expertise in tools, materials, processes, and technology applications, including software.
• Design learning experiences requiring students to demonstrate comprehension of concepts and use technological resources to solve problems.
• Foster inquiry-based learning using learned skills as tools.
• Create a classroom environment with access to subject-related materials addressing student needs and interests.
• Collaborate with staff across disciplines to integrate subject-specific skills into the curriculum.
• Stay updated on the latest developments and improvements in education affecting the instructional program.
• Attend faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods.
• Maintain classroom discipline, attendance records, grades, and other required documentation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university.
• Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in respective grade level and subject area, or meet requirements to obtain an emergency permit and consistently fulfill permit requirements until certification is issued.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of:
  • Principles, practices, and methods of grade-level education.
  • Subject-specific expertise.
  • Contents, materials, methodologies, and practices within education at the respective grade level.
  • Critical thinking methodologies and problem-solving techniques.
  • Theories and principles of child growth and development.
  • State standards and performance levels.
  • Use and application of technological innovations, including software, for learning solutions.
  • Authentic performance assessment principles.
• Demonstrated ability to:
  • Assess students' needs and learning styles and design differentiated instruction.
  • Use simulations and technological innovations in the classroom.
  • Facilitate inquiry-based learning, as well as whole-class, small-group, and individual instruction.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, staff, parents, and students.

Location

Finletter, Thomas K. School (7270).

Schedule

Regular, full-time.