26-27SY Supplemental Teacher, Elementary Pre-4
School District of Philadelphia•Philadelphia, PA
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About The Position
A teacher in the School District of Philadelphia plans and teaches their subject area, following the scope and sequence for all courses; provides instruction to students in a variety of planned courses; provides the use of real life applications and simulations to instruct students in the analysis and interpretation of material being presented; instructs the use of tools, materials, processes, and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications, in the development of lessons, and uses formal and informal classroom and district assessments.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university
- Valid Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Instructional Certificate in respective grade level, and endorsements in respective subject area
- Demonstrated knowledge of: the principles, practices, and methods of grade level education; subject specific expertise; the contents, materials, methodologies, and practices utilized within education at the respective grade level; critical thinking methodologies and problem-solving techniques; the theories and principles of child growth and development; state standards and performance levels; the use and application of technological innovations, including pertinent software, in the development of solutions to learning problems; authentic performance assessment principles.
- Demonstrated ability to: assess students' needs and learning styles and to design appropriate differentiated instruction to meet their needs; use and apply simulations and technological innovations in the classroom in pursuit of instructional strategies; facilitate inquiry-based learning as well as whole class, small group, and individual instruction driven by student needs; communicate effectively, both orally and in writing; establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, administrators, supportive staff, parents, and students.
Responsibilities
- Assesses the skill level of students and aligns classroom goals and activities to established state and local standards;
- Provides instruction in respective subject area(s);
- Provides students with instruction emphasizing real life applications and simulations;
- Teaches inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem solving;
- Provides technical expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications;
- Provides students with learning experiences requiring them to demonstrate comprehension of concepts and the ability to use technological resources in developing solutions to problems;
- Provides instruction that encourages students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry-based learning;
- Creates a classroom environment in which students have access to subject-related materials that address their needs and interests;
- Collaborates with staff members within and across disciplines to integrate subject-specific skills across the curriculum;
- Keeps abreast of the latest developments and improvements in education as it affects the instructional program;
- Attends faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods;
- Maintains classroom discipline;
- Maintains attendance, grade(s), and other required records.
