Elementary Teacher - Business Computer Information Technology

Towanda Area School District

J. Andrew Morrow Primary School - Towanda, Pennsylvania This job is also posted in Towanda Area School District

Job Details

Job ID:

5935956

Application Deadline:

Sep 28, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

To Be Determined

Job Description

TOWANDA AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB

DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE:

ELEMENTARY TEACHER

FLSA:

EXEMPT

GROUP:

TAEA

REPORTS TO:

Elementary Principal; Principal of Curriculum & Instruction K-12 (under direction of supervising principal); Director of Special Education

JOB SUMMARY

Instruct students at the elementary level in assigned, certified area.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide instruction in areas of certification and assignment using district approved curriculum and model.

Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students.

Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects and communicate those objectives to students.

Prepare, administer and assess student performance to evaluate progress.

Prepare and plan for classroom instruction.

Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, district policies and administrative procedures.

Enforce all district policies and administrative procedures.

Refer students with academic or social challenges to district resource persons.

Provide a safe environment including instructions, as appropriate, in order to prevent injuries and damage.

Prepare for assigned classes based on state standards and show written evidence of preparation upon request of supervisor(s).

Supervise students as assigned.

Integrate technology and other materials to supplement instruction.

Communicate with parents and community to keep them informed about classroom events.

Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress.

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders in order to address individual student needs and progress.

Prepare and implement remedial interventions for students requiring extra help.

Collaborate with other staff members in professional learning communities to plan for instruction.

Comply with all aspects of student IEPs and 504 Plans.

Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.

Review, evaluate and incorporate student data into classroom instruction.

Maintain classroom inventory, including equipment and supplies.

Administer required standardized assessments as directed.

Utilize district implemented system for technology, maintenance and supply requests.

Serve as a positive role model for students in all aspects of performance, demonstrating pride in the honorable profession of public education.

MARGINAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Participate in meetings, workshops and conferences as required.

Support public education and student achievement.

Perform other duties as assigned by the supervising principal(s).

QUALIFICATIONS

Must possess appropriate PA teaching certification in area(s) of assignment.

Submission of pre-employment medical examination (Section 148 of the Pennsylvania School Code)

Submission of a report of criminal history record from the Pennsylvania State Police (Section 111 of the Pennsylvania School Code)

Submission of a clearance report from the Pennsylvania Department of Public Welfare in accordance with Act 151 of 1994

Submission of Federal Criminal History Record in accordance with Act 114 of 2006

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Ability to reach above and below the waist

Ability to use fingers to pick, feel and grasp objects

Ability to perform repetitive motion

Some stooping, kneeling, bending and twisting of the body

Ability to lift/carry supplies weighing no more than 30 lbs

Ability to sit and stand for extended periods throughout the work environment

SENSORY ABILITIES

Visual acuity

Auditory acuity

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Typical classroom environment

Must be able to work in extreme cold (32 degrees or less) and extreme heat (90 degrees or more)

TEMPERAMENT

Must be cooperative, congenial and service oriented

Must possess excellent interpersonal skills

Must be able to work in an environment with frequent interruptions

Able to make judgments and work under high level of stress

COGNITIVE ABILITY

Ability to follow written and verbal directions

Ability to read and write

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to organize tasks

Ability to handle multiple tasks

Ability to exercise good judgment

SPECIFIC SKILLS

Must possess technology skills

Ability to operate various office equipment

Must appropriately handle confidential information

(Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability or disabilities to perform the primary duties and responsibilities of the job)

Position Type:

Full-Time

Salary:

$66,532 Per Year