Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher

About the role

Responsible for teaching students in grades K–12 in specific subject/content areas of age-appropriate study. Helps students learn subject matter and skills that will contribute to their development as mature, able and responsible young men and women consistent with the Board-approved mission, policies, goals and curriculum. Work schedules vary with the school and teaching assignment and may be performed after school hours, as necessary.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a program of study based on the curriculum guide, employing a variety of instructional techniques consistent with the needs, interests and capabilities of the students.
• Establish and maintain a classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to students’ maturity and interests.
• Assess student progress on a regular and consistent basis.
• Teach School Board–approved curriculum and participate in regular curriculum review and rewriting processes.
• Meet and instruct assigned classes in the locations and at the times designated.
• Encourage students to set and maintain standards of classroom behavior.
• Guide the learning process toward the achievement of curriculum goals; establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects and communicate these objectives to students.
• Work cooperatively with special education staff to implement programs and student IEPs.
• Evaluate student academic progress; keep appropriate records and prepare interim reports and report cards.
• Conference with students and parents for education-related purposes at mutually agreeable times.
• Maintain accurate, complete and correct records as required by law, Board policy and school administrative requirements.
• Submit reports and grades on a timely basis.
• Maintain and improve professional competence through staff development activities provided by the school district as well as self-selected professional growth activities.
• Serve as a member of department/building teams or committees, as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree from an accredited institution; successful completion of a student teaching experience.
• Demonstrated high academic achievement—minimum 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.
• Valid Pennsylvania Instructional Level I or II or Emergency certificate in Elementary K–6, Grades PreK–4 or equivalent required.
• Current criminal record and child abuse clearances.

Skills

• Language: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations; write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals; effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
• Computer: Ability to use and provide basic instruction in a PC or Macintosh environment while assisting students.
• Mathematical: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry; apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists; interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
• Other: Ability to work with special needs children; develop effective working relationships with students, staff and the school community; communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and school district policies.

Physical demands

During a typical workday, teachers are required to stand approximately 30–35% of the day on flat surfaces, with periods of continual standing up to 30 minutes at a time. Teachers walk about the classroom while instructing and throughout the school day. Lifting/carrying requirements are minimal: lifting books and classroom supplies weighing less than 10–15 lbs.; heavier objects up to 25 lbs. (AV or computer equipment) on a rare basis. Teachers may push/pull file cabinets or desk drawers and reach frequently between knee and shoulder levels. Fine manipulation is required while operating a computer; legible handwriting is also required. Specific vision abilities include close vision for reading handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. The position requires meeting multiple demands from several people and interacting with the public and other staff, with direct responsibility for the safety and well-being of students in their charge. The noise level in the work environment is moderate to loud.

Pay

$277 per day.

Schedule

This assignment is anticipated to begin in early December 2026 and last until early/mid-May 2027.