Teacher- Kindergarten
Allentown School District · Allentown, PA · 3 days ago
Education$59k–$82k/yrFull-time
Salary Range: $59,493-$81,690
Qualifications
- A Bachelor's degree
- Hold a valid and active Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate
- Criminal history and child abuse clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI)
- Ability to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
- Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
- Additional or alternative qualifications as determined appropriate and acceptable by the board or superintendents
Responsibilities
- Collaborates with other staff members in the education process and assists with the smooth operation of the building
- Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program
- Exhibits dependability and punctuality in assigned duties, attendance at meetings, and in the use and care of equipment and facilities
- Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty, and responsibility as an appropriate model for students
- Abides by the Pennsylvania School Code and the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement
- Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, and Board policy
- Maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members, and the general public
- Participates in curriculum review and redesign as required by department, subject area, or grade level
- Maintains an ongoing program to enhance professional competence for the attainment of a job goal
- Incorporates the philosophy, objectives, and expectations of the Teacher Expectations, Evaluation, and Development plan in the attainment of professional goals
- Recognizes the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the objectives
- Develops, maintains, and completes all required written records and reports within established timelines
- Utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and provides students opportunities which extend beyond the classroom
- Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to students concerning their progress
- Recognizes and uses appropriate technological enhancements relevant to the curriculum taught
- Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs
Benefits
- 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.