Primary functions include the classroom instruction of students following district curriculum
and procedures.
Reporting Relationships
Reports directly to the building Principal
Works cooperatively with other administrators, supervisors, staff, parents and students to perform job responsibilities as outlined
Terms Of Employment
As outlined in the current Collective Bargaining Agreement
Salary (step/level placement) & Benefits are as described in the current Collective
Bargaining Agreement.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This list is intended to be illustrative rather than complete and serves to show major duties
and responsibilities and does not express or imply that these are the only duties to be
performed by the incumbent in this position. The employee will be required to perform any
other position-related duties requested by the supervisor and/or Principal.
Follow a continuous program of curriculum development.
Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning.
Use relevant technology and materials to support and differentiate instruction.
Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.
Prepare classroom for class activities.
Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development.
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
Be aware of new materials, methodologies, philosophies and innovation, using those which suit the needs of the individual student.
Assist in planning student activities, programs, and field trips.
Attend required meetings and complete required reports.
Consult with parents and other involved personnel concerning each student’s intellectual, social, emotional and physical development
Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning.
(The job description of Teacher (Classroom) is sufficiently general to cover the classroom and related duties required of all or virtually all of the teachers.
Qualifications & Physical Requirements
To successfully perform this position, a person must be able to perform each essential duty
satisfactorily. The qualification requirements listed below represent minimum levels of
educational achievement, training, skill and/or ability necessary. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Bachelor’s degree with valid PA certification
Proficiency in the use of technology for individual communication and research
Proficiency in presentation of technology to enhance small and large student group
information & demonstration sessions.
Proficiency in presentation of technology to enhance small and large student group information & demonstration sessions.
Possess effective interpersonal skills with the ability to interface diplomatically with other teachers, administrators, parents, students, support staff and outside professional contacts
Qualified Candidate Will Be Required
to use hands to finger, handle or feel objects, tools or controls
to talk and hear
sit and occasionally be required to stand, walk, stoop, kneel and crouch
have specific vision abilities, to include close vision, color vision, and the ability
to adjust focus
have the ability to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
possess effective communication, judgmental, planning and human relations skills
required to work under periods of stress due to the level of the position responsibility.
The job description of Teacher (Classroom) is sufficiently general to cover the classroom and related duties required of all or virtually all of the teachers.)
LIFTING REQUIREMENTS: Indicate what statement best describes the usual lifting activity.
X Sedentary Lifting up to 10 lbs. maximum and carrying small items.
_____ Light Lifting up to 20 lbs. maximum with frequent lifting of objects up to 10 lbs.
_____ Medium Lifting up to 50 lbs. maximum and carrying object up to 25 lbs.
_____ Heavy Lifting up to 100 lbs. and carrying objects up to 50 lb.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Indicate what best describes the physical activities for the job.
Not Required*
Occasional*
Frequent*
Constant*
Bending
X
Pushing
X
Hearing
X
Reaching
X
Climbing
X
Seeing
X
Speaking
X
Standing
X
Walking
X
Definitions:
Not Required – This activity may not be a routine part of the job.
Occasional – This activity is an essential part of the job at random intervals.
Frequent – This activity is a usual and customary part of the job.
Constant – This activity is continually occurring as part of the job.
Environmental Demands
The environmental demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive.
Exposure to a variety of childhood and adult diseases and illnesses.
Occasional exposure to a variety of weather conditions.
Exposure to heated/air conditioned and ventilated facilities.
Exposure to a building in which a variety of chemical substances are used for cleaning, instruction and/or operation.
Function in a workplace that is usually moderately quiet but that can be noisy at times.
Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations
Act 34 – Criminal History Clearance
Act 151 – Child Abuse History Clearance
FBI – Fingerprint check
Approved physical to be free from Tuberculosis
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Education and Training
Industries
Primary and Secondary Education
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