Find & Apply For Middle / High School Teacher (Other) Jobs in Forty Fort, Pennsylvania

TEACHER Qualifications:

AA Degree in Early Childhood Education BS Degree in Early Childhood Education with PA Certification in PK-4 Instructional I Preferred (Required for PreK Counts classroom assignments) Bilingual Language abilities, English/Spanish, a plus

Responsibilities/Duties:

In accordance with curriculum philosophy, developmentally appropriate lesson plans based on children's abilities and interests. .Plan and implement educational activities to include managing the classroom and planning activities according to the curriculum that are developmentally appropriate. Evaluate and record children's progress and communicate with parents on a regular basis. Provide and maintain an atmosphere in the classroom that promotes school readiness and developmentally appropriate practices. Terms of Employment Conditions of Employment Luzerne County Head Start requires staff possess current, valid Background Clearances (3) per state/federal regulations. Proof of Degree/Certification and Experience Required to meet the Qualifications for position. SEE all LCHS Center sites at / https://lcheadstart.org/locations/ Hours & Salary Working a school schedule August-June annually, with an established summer break between school years.

Pay Rates based on education/credentials:

AA Degree in ECE

• $22.66/hr BS Degree in ECE
• $26.

97/hr BS in

ECE + PA

Cert/Instructional I Certification

• $28.16/hr Bilingual Abilities Preferred (Eng/Spanish)
• 5% additional pay $1,000 Sign-On Bonus!

Fringe Benefits Package:

STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS

• As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program ; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program

HEALTH INSURANCE

• Two health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family.

Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible; Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. Coverage begins after 60 days.

RETIREMENT PLAN

• LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option

WORK SCHEDULE

• August thru June, with an established summer break in employment between school years PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary) PAID Long Term Disability Insurance PAID Sick Time
• Accrues up to 65 working days PAID Personal Time
• 3 days/year PAID Holidays immediately
• 18 days during the regular school year , including extended break between Christmas-New Year PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year PAID Training Opportunities Flexible Benefits

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Flexible Spending Plans:

Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending … and much more! Our employees… …receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities; …do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving; …enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and …work in an environment of professional respect.

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