Middle School Classroom Teacher (7th Grade ELA Permanent Sub) Position Available In Washington, Pennsylvania

Middle School Classroom Teacher (7th Grade ELA Permanent Sub)
South Fayette Township School District
Middle School – McDonald, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in South Fayette Township School District
Job Details

Job ID:

5185873

Application Deadline:

Jun 11, 2025 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Re-Posted:

Jun 5, 2025

Starting Date:

To Be Determined
Job Description
South Fayette Township School District
3680 Old Oakdale Road
McDonald, PA 15057
(412) 221-4542; Fax (724) 693-2883
www.southfayette.org
Job Description

TITLE:

Middle School Classroom Teacher (7th Grade ELA Permanent Sub)

REPORTS TO

Building Principal

JOB GOALS

To create a class environment favorable to learning and personal growth
To establish effective rapport with the students
To motivate students to develop skills and knowledge needed to provide a solid foundation for middle level school education, in accordance with each student’s ability
To establish collaborative relationships with families and with other staff members
To differentiate instruction within the classroom in accordance with each student’s ability and needs To teach mastery of grade level ELA standards

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate (Required)
Candidates with English 7-12, Middle Level English 6-9 or Grades 4-8 ELA.
3.0 or higher QPA
Proof of ongoing professional or educational experience
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills
Computer literacy

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaches the assigned academic subject(s) to students in a classroom, using the approved course of study adopted by the South Fayette Township School District.
Instructs students in standards and subject matter specified in state law and administrative regulations and procedures of the school district.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials which provide individualized and small group instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each student.
Fosters an inquiry-based approach to learning through project-based, real-world tasks.
Promotes the integration of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics) concepts through experiential learning opportunities.
Translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
Collaborates with peers to write curricular units and participates in associated training and professional development. Utilizes multiple instructional technologies to engage students and enhance instructional practices for students.
Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior needed to achieve a functional, safe 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 health, attitude, and learning problems.
Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers.
Maintains professional competence through staff development provided by the district and incorporates the techniques into everyday instruction. Maintains professional competences through self-selected professional growth activities.
Selects and requisitions books and instructional aids; maintains required inventory records.
Supervises students in out-of-classroom activities during the assigned working day.
Administers group standardized tests in accordance with district and state testing procedures.
Utilizes data to make instructional decisions. Participates in curriculum development programs as required.
Participates in faculty committees and the sponsorship of student activities.
Participates in school-wide programs including, but not limited to PBIS, World of Work, and Advisory.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

Terms of employment are in accordance with the agreement between the South Fayette Township Board of Education and the South Fayette Education Association. The Permanent Substitute Teacher position will start at the Beginning of the 2025-2026 school year and continue throughout the entire 1st semester and may begin the 2nd semester depending on duration of leave in place.

EDUCATION

Performance of this job will be evaluated by the building principal and communicated to the superintendent for review.

Position Type:

Full-Time
Job Requirements
Citizenship, residency or work visa required