GLOBAL LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Hiring for 2022-2023 SY: K-6 Elementary Teacher Job at Philadelphia, PA Full Time

Position Title: Elementary Teacher
Reports to: Chief Executive Officer and Principal
Term: Ten (10) month position, salaried

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POSITION SUMMARY: *
Teachers are responsible for providing direct instruction to all scholars. Teachers are responsible for the development of lesson plans and curriculum materials used to support the educational development of children. The teacher is responsible for demonstrating strong written and oral communication skills, interpersonal skills, as well as good organizational ability.

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To perform this job successfully, an individual must be_ able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge,
skill, and/or ability required.

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GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES*

• Work with students in small groups and large groups
• Collaborates daily in regards to student progress
• Acts as a resource person to teachers, scholars and parents

• Consults with school administrators, parents and other interested parties in the development and implementation of individual scholar plans
• Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence
• Maintain accurate records
• Identifying the educational needs of scholars and altering instruction to meet student needs
• Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems

• Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement
• Employ strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the development of sensory- and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children’s progress, and to determine their priorities for their children
• Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine students’ strengths and areas of need

**Other duties as assigned by CEO, Principal, or Special Education Director**

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QUALIFICATIONS: *

• Education Certification
• A minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree and preferably a Master’s Degree in the human services field
• Ability and willingness to work an extended schedule

• Proven ability to work well with children, adults and parents
• Demonstrated ability to analyze raw data and develop goals for students
• Experience working with a diverse population including low to moderate-income families.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize duties required

KNOWLEDGE:

• The community served by the school
• Modification and Accommodation Implementation
• Conflict resolution skills
• School policies and procedures
• State and Federal rules and regulations

ABILITIES:

• Demonstrate an understanding, patient and receptive attitude toward scholars
• Establish and accurately maintain a variety of files and record keeping systems
• Communicate effectively orally and in writing
• Understand and carry out oral and written instructions

• Perform a variety of clerical functions
• Deal with sensitive material in a confidential manner
• Establish and maintain co-operative relationships with those contacted during the performance of required duties, including school personnel, students, parents and the community
• Maintain regular attendance
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in writing.

• Teach personal development skills such as goal setting, independence, and self-advocacy
• Develop and implement strategies to meet the needs of students with a variety of handicapping conditions
• Ability to prepare lesson plans and organize a meaningful instructional program
• Modify the general education curriculum for special-needs students, based upon a variety of instructional techniques and technologies
• Ability to evaluate critically the educational achievements of students and to give assignments according to their interests and ability

• Demonstrate the ability to exercise patience, caring and concern in new and sometimes stressful situations

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 – $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location