Elementary School Teacher

Oak Lane Schools Inc dba Excelsior School of Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA

$44,000 to $48,000 Yearly
Full-Time

Job Description

Our growing private school serves children from preschool through 5th grade. We occupy a large facility that accommodates more than 200 children, with space for growth. We are currently looking for an innovative Preschool Teacher who can create a fun learning environment to incorporate educational programs that promote children's development. The Preschool Teacher will be responsible for monitoring preschool systems and teaching 3-5 years-old children in our program. The teacher will implement a curriculum that the children will respond to positively while also partnering with our professional education team to enhance the school learning environment. If you love working with children and have previous experience in an early learning environment, please apply today.

Tasks:

Develop and maintain a constructive and ongoing rapport with children and parents
Create activities that are fun and educational for the children
Deliver reports on potential concerns about students to Head of School as needed
Manage day-to-day classroom activities, including structured DOE approved lessons, morning meetings, facilitated free play, bathroom breaks, lunch time, and dismissal
Maintain required professional development credits and collaborate with other teachers to ensure that the school fosters an environment that is inviting and nurturing for every child

Skills and requirements:

Bachelor's Degree in Education or a related field required
PA Instructional Level I certificate preferred
All required clearances
2+ years' experience working with children in a classroom setting
Strong knowledge of DHS and DOE standards
Caring and nurturing attitude towards children
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Must be flexible and able to adapt to any unforeseen changes that could be necessary throughout the day
Bi-Lingual a plus

We're a well-respected educational facility that offers a solid foundation for social and academic success.