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Title: Teacher (Social Justice and Community Engagement Course - High School)
Reports to: High School and Transition Program Principal
Employment Information: Full time, 10-month bargaining unit position
Qualifications:
Professional Profile:
It is expected that teachers at PSD are up to date with current research and literature not only in Deaf education but in education in general. This position also requires knowledge of Culturally Responsive teaching practices, Anti-Bias Curriculum and Social Justice Standards. They should exhibit a desire to learn, grow and experiment. Teachers should be willing to put in the time necessary to appropriately plan/prepare for instruction as well as attend professional workshops and seminars.
Duties:
Classroom teachers serve a student population ranging Early Childhood through Secondary. Classes are arranged according to age, ability, and achievement levels. Teamwork is essential, as each teacher is involved with other teachers and aides in curriculum planning and the implementation of instructional units. The teacher should seek consultation and feedback from our Director of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. In addition, teachers work with other support personnel (e.g., therapists, curriculum and behavior support staff, communication specialists, etc.) to provide an integrated and well-rounded instructional program for each student.
The Social Justice and Community Engagement teacher is responsible for building a safe place where students can talk about their beliefs, values, and experiences without judgment. Classroom teachers are also responsible for creating and revising their content area curriculum, with an emphasis on using multiple resources to match individual students’ needs. Working with curriculum committees and the curriculum coordinators to develop comprehensive and lasting unit plans that align to Pennsylvania state standards and standards developed by other organizations in the fields of Social Justice and Community.
Classroom teachers are responsible for the development and implementation of IEPs with the involvement of parents and school districts, and for implementing instructional activities consistent with the educational mission and philosophy of the school. This approach requires unit planning and experience-based instruction, emphasizes a multicultural orientation involving the Deaf community and Deaf role models and the natural acquisition of language according to the principles of normal child growth and development. For more information, see the PSD Mission Statement.
Physical Requirements and Work Environment:
PSD is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, PSD will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the human resources department.
Full Time
Elementary & Secondary Education
$50k-73k (estimate)
05/02/2023
05/19/2024
psd.org
PHILADELPHIA, PA
25 - 50
1820
Private
JOSEPH F FISCHGRUND
<$5M
Elementary & Secondary Education