English as a Second Language K-12: Every Day Substitute Teacher

Qualifications:

1. Valid PA English as a Second Language (ESL) Program Specialist certificate required

2. Valid PA certificate in Elementary K-6 and either English 7-12 or Communications 7-12, or Reading Specialist K-12 required

3. Experience teaching ESL and/or experience teaching at the elementary or secondary level or teaching English preferred

4. Excellent organizational skills, initiative, and an ability to work with limited supervision

5. Excellent written and oral communication skills

6. Self-motivator, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible

7. Ability and experience working as a member of a team

8. Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies

Additional Requirements:

1.      Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to hire date (must be dated within 1 year of hire date).

2.      School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

When performing activities throughout the day related to the education of students, the teacher spends the majority of the day standing/walking in the classroom.  Working with students may entail kneeling or squatting, stooping and bending from 50-70 degrees at the waist on an occasional to frequent basis. 

The teacher must be able to exert up to 20 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 10 pounds of force as frequently as needed to move objects (textbooks/materials and equipment such as wheelchairs).  The teacher may rearrange the layout of the classroom furniture to enhance the learning situation.  The teacher must see and hear on a continuous basis as well as speak frequently.  Positions may vary from standing, sitting or walking.  On a rare occasion it may be necessary to move quickly, or run.  The teacher must have manual dexterity to use office equipment, manipulate books and other learning materials, and assist students with various activities.  The teacher must have repetitive movement of fingers and hands for keyboarding.

1.   Be able to lift or carry up to 25 pounds.

2.   Be able to bend or twist at the neck and back.

3.   Specific vision includes peripheral vision, close vision, and color vision.

4.   Be able to stand for extended periods throughout the day.

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with American Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Supervisor  

Department: K-12 English as a Second Language Program            

Salary: $200.00/day ($26.67/hour) paid bi-weekly

Benefits: Per Every Day Substitute Benefits Guide (health, dental, vision, paid Illness days, PSERS, mileage as applicable, professional development and more)

To Apply: Send cover letter and resume to https://aa009.referrals.selectminds.com/

Questions: Please email Recruitment@aiu3.net