26-27 SY Teacher, Full-Time - 7-8 Social Studies | 7-8 Science

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

• 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
• Maintains classroom discipline
• Maintains attendance, grade(s), and other required records

Benefits

• Philadelphia Federal Teacher Union (PFT) benefits