STroudsburg Area School District
Secondary Teachers
STroudsburg Area School District, East Stroudsburg, Pennsylvania, United States
Secondary Teacher - Stroudsburg Area S D
Job Information
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: In accordance with the professional collective bargaining agreement on file.
Employee Group: Professional
Location: Building
Last Edited On: 5/19/2021 11:53:13 AM
County: Monroe
Entity: Stroudsburg Area S D
Department: Curriculum
Reports To: Principal
Supervises: No supervisory duties
Job Goal
To create a flexible secondary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish appropriate, effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for furthering the student's education, in accordance with each student's ability; establish appropriate, effective relationships with parents and other staff members; and to fully implement the curriculum using an effective instructional method.
Essential Functions
Teaches specified curriculum to students in a classroom using the curriculum adopted by the Board of School Directors and other appropriate learning activities.
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law, district approved curriculum, and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, utilizes technology to enhance instruction, and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Demonstrates understanding of and abides by federal, state, and local school laws and regulations, mandated programs, District policies and administrative regulations.
Reviews and abides by Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.
Develops lesson plans and implements them into meaningful learning experiences for students, maximizing the available time for instruction.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a safe and inspiring learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student’s progress and interpret the school program.
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional, behavioral, and academic issues.
Creates an effective environment for learning through a functional and an attractive classroom environment.
Maintains professional competence through professional development activities provided by the district or through self-selected activities.
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day and on field trips when necessary.
Administers group standardized assessments in accordance with district assessment program and state and local guidelines.
Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities as required.
Maintains required inventory records of instructional aides and supplies.
Uses technology and research based instructional methods to facilitate instruction.
Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned.
Perform in accordance with school policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
Secondary Teacher Certification (Required)
Scope
Analytical Demands : Occasional analytical demands. Analysis involves simple comparisons between numbers, letters, etc. (e.g., sorting, tallying, simple tabulating, and the like).
Supervision : No supervisory duties.
Sensory Abilities : Visual acuity and auditory acuity. Ability to communicate effectively in all aspects of the job.
Temperament : Must possess excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to make judgments and work under high level of stress. Must be cooperative, congenial, and service oriented. Ability to work as a coordinator and a member of a team. Must be courteous and able to effectively manage job responsibilities. Must be cooperative, congenial, service oriented, and promote these qualities. Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions. Ability to be respectful and empathetic.
Cognitive Ability : Ability to communicate effectively; organize tasks; exercise good judgment; follow written and verbal directions; read and write; handle multiple tasks; recognize areas of concern and propose or recommend appropriate solutions; maintain productive working relationship with immediate supervisor.
Specific Skills : Demonstrates effective classroom management skills; active listening skills; plans and prioritizes assignments effectively; adjusts to changes in the work environment; reports to work on time; maintains a good attitude toward administration, fellow employees and the public; operates new and existing software and hardware; proofreads work; composes clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.
Workplace Expectations : Acknowledges individuals’ requests and handles them in a friendly and courteous manner; promotes a positive team environment; follows school district’s policies and procedures; shows initiative and works with minimal supervision; incorporates progressive ideas/concepts into daily responsibilities; responds appropriately to supervision and direction; dresses appropriately for job environment; works independently; exercises good judgment in prioritizing tasks; uses computer technology efficiently; handles confidential information in accordance with District policies.
Standard ADA Settings : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands : Sitting, Standing, Walking, Talking (on the phone, person-to-person, and in groups), Hearing (on the phone, person-to-person, and in groups), Vision (near, midrange, far, peripheral, depth and color), Driving Requirements (personal vehicle, and/or company vehicle), Machines or tools used: Computer, Telephone; Pushing/Pulling/Lifting up to 25 lbs.
Working Environment : Subject to inside environmental conditions; Typical classroom environment.
Standard ADA Selection
Office
Classroom
Other (to include Physically Demanding Positions)
Standard ADA Selection: The factor measures the strength and stamina required in areas such as lifting, standing, and the frequency of doing these as necessary to perform the particular duties of the job.
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FLSA: Non-Exempt
Terms of Employment: In accordance with the professional collective bargaining agreement on file.
Employee Group: Professional
Location: Building
Last Edited On: 5/19/2021 11:53:13 AM
County: Monroe
Entity: Stroudsburg Area S D
Department: Curriculum
Reports To: Principal
Supervises: No supervisory duties
Job Goal
To create a flexible secondary grade program and a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth; establish appropriate, effective rapport with students; motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to provide a good foundation for furthering the student's education, in accordance with each student's ability; establish appropriate, effective relationships with parents and other staff members; and to fully implement the curriculum using an effective instructional method.
Essential Functions
Teaches specified curriculum to students in a classroom using the curriculum adopted by the Board of School Directors and other appropriate learning activities.
Instructs students in citizenship and basic subject matter specified in state law, district approved curriculum, and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials, utilizes technology to enhance instruction, and provides individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Demonstrates understanding of and abides by federal, state, and local school laws and regulations, mandated programs, District policies and administrative regulations.
Reviews and abides by Pennsylvania Code of Professional Practice and Conduct for Educators.
Develops lesson plans and implements them into meaningful learning experiences for students, maximizing the available time for instruction.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a safe and inspiring learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Evaluates students’ academic and social growth, keeps appropriate records, and prepares progress reports.
Communicates with parents through conferences and other means to discuss student’s progress and interpret the school program.
Identifies student needs and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students solve social, emotional, behavioral, and academic issues.
Creates an effective environment for learning through a functional and an attractive classroom environment.
Maintains professional competence through professional development activities provided by the district or through self-selected activities.
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day and on field trips when necessary.
Administers group standardized assessments in accordance with district assessment program and state and local guidelines.
Participates in curriculum development programs, faculty committees, and the sponsorship of student activities as required.
Maintains required inventory records of instructional aides and supplies.
Uses technology and research based instructional methods to facilitate instruction.
Other Duties
Performs other duties as assigned.
Perform in accordance with school policy, administrative regulations, state and federal laws.
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education
Bachelor's Degree (Required)
Licenses and Certifications
Secondary Teacher Certification (Required)
Scope
Analytical Demands : Occasional analytical demands. Analysis involves simple comparisons between numbers, letters, etc. (e.g., sorting, tallying, simple tabulating, and the like).
Supervision : No supervisory duties.
Sensory Abilities : Visual acuity and auditory acuity. Ability to communicate effectively in all aspects of the job.
Temperament : Must possess excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to make judgments and work under high level of stress. Must be cooperative, congenial, and service oriented. Ability to work as a coordinator and a member of a team. Must be courteous and able to effectively manage job responsibilities. Must be cooperative, congenial, service oriented, and promote these qualities. Ability to work in an environment with frequent interruptions. Ability to be respectful and empathetic.
Cognitive Ability : Ability to communicate effectively; organize tasks; exercise good judgment; follow written and verbal directions; read and write; handle multiple tasks; recognize areas of concern and propose or recommend appropriate solutions; maintain productive working relationship with immediate supervisor.
Specific Skills : Demonstrates effective classroom management skills; active listening skills; plans and prioritizes assignments effectively; adjusts to changes in the work environment; reports to work on time; maintains a good attitude toward administration, fellow employees and the public; operates new and existing software and hardware; proofreads work; composes clear, concise sentences and paragraphs.
Workplace Expectations : Acknowledges individuals’ requests and handles them in a friendly and courteous manner; promotes a positive team environment; follows school district’s policies and procedures; shows initiative and works with minimal supervision; incorporates progressive ideas/concepts into daily responsibilities; responds appropriately to supervision and direction; dresses appropriately for job environment; works independently; exercises good judgment in prioritizing tasks; uses computer technology efficiently; handles confidential information in accordance with District policies.
Standard ADA Settings : The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Physical Demands : Sitting, Standing, Walking, Talking (on the phone, person-to-person, and in groups), Hearing (on the phone, person-to-person, and in groups), Vision (near, midrange, far, peripheral, depth and color), Driving Requirements (personal vehicle, and/or company vehicle), Machines or tools used: Computer, Telephone; Pushing/Pulling/Lifting up to 25 lbs.
Working Environment : Subject to inside environmental conditions; Typical classroom environment.
Standard ADA Selection
Office
Classroom
Other (to include Physically Demanding Positions)
Standard ADA Selection: The factor measures the strength and stamina required in areas such as lifting, standing, and the frequency of doing these as necessary to perform the particular duties of the job.
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