26-27 SY Teacher, Full-time Special Education Multi-Handicapped Support

This is a Philadelphia Federal Teacher Union (PFT) represented position. The salary currently ranges from $56,796 to $98,293 depending on level of education and years of experience. Verification of credentials and experience by your educational institution(s) and previous employer(s) is required and non-negotiable.

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), emphasizing real-life applications and simulations.
• Teach inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem-solving.
• Provide technical expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes, and technology, including software applications.
• Design learning experiences requiring students to demonstrate comprehension of concepts and use technological resources to develop solutions.
• Encourage students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry-based learning.
• Create a classroom environment with access to subject-related materials addressing students' needs and interests.
• Collaborate with staff within and across disciplines to integrate subject-specific skills across the curriculum.
• Stay abreast of 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 its conditions until full certification is issued.

Skills

• Demonstrated knowledge of:
  • Principles, practices, and methods of grade-level education.
  • Subject-specific expertise and instructional materials/methodologies.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving techniques.
  • Theories and principles of child growth and development.
  • State standards and performance levels.
  • Technological innovations and software applications for learning solutions.
  • Authentic performance assessment principles.
• Ability to:
  • Assess students' needs and learning styles to 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.

Pay

Salary ranges from $56,796 to $98,293, depending on level of education and years of experience.