K-5 Elementary Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

SCIENCE TEACHERScience Teacher-10 month Full-timeComprehensive benefits package at no additional cost to the employeesSCHOOL DESCRIPTIONWest Philadelphia Achievement Charter Elementary School is an inner city Arts and Technology K-5 Elementary School. We are a family oriented environment with family and community involvement being an integral part of our mission to enrich the lives of our students. JOB SUMMARYWPACES is seeking a high energy, innovative Science Teacher to join our professional community and help meet the developmental and social needs of our students.JOB RESPONSIBILITIESCreate standards-aligned lesson plans from science curriculum for inclusive K-5 classes.Teach using lectures, technology, hands-on learning experiences/experiments and project-based learning.Provide whole group instruction in an inclusive learning environment. Provide small group instruction as needed. Collaborate with colleagues and administration on students' needs and progress.Consult with administration and provide guidance to teachers on science instruction.Attend professional development sessions, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops to stay abreast of best practices and improve professional competence.Inventory, organize, maintain, distribute and order science materials as needed.Identify the educational needs of students and adapt instructional goals accordingly.Teach socially acceptable behavior, employing techniques such as behavior modification and positive reinforcement to maintain an orderly, well-structured classroom culture.Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine students' strengths and areas of need.Collaborate with staff members to develop interesting, innovative learning experiences.Manage and host the annual science fair. JOB REQUIREMENTS2 + years teaching experience as an Elementary Science TeacherBachelor's degree in Elementary Education from an accredited college or universityMust be able to obtain or currently have all background clearances (Federal, PA State, & Child Abuse).Valid PA teaching certificateStrong communication skillsIn the event that the need arises, you will need to be able to: lift, pull or push up to 15 lbs, walk a standard flight of stairs, or stand or sit for up to 45 minutes.