Short Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher

Short Term Substitute Kindergarten Teacher position available November 9, 2026 through February 16, 2027 at Siegfried Elementary School. 

TITLE: Kindergarten Teacher  

CATEGORY: Professional Staff

REPORTS TO: Building Principal

JOB SUMMARY:  Plans, organizes, controls and directs the classroom to provide an educational program for Kindergarten students

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Possesses Bachelor's degree or higher
• Possesses valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate
• Assures compliance with Employment Eligibility through Criminal History Records, Pre-Employment Drug Testing and Physical Examination/TB Test Standard
• Assures and maintains compliance with all Pennsylvania certification requirements
• Possesses proficiency in the English language, with strong oral and written communication skills
• Possesses ability to deal courteously and tactfully with school personnel and the public
• Possesses ability to operate a computer, all software, and other office equipment as assigned
• Possesses ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Establishes and maintains cooperative and effective working relationships with others
• Possesses valid driver's license if position requires travel around district
• KNOWLEDGE OF:
• Current trends and research concerning the growth and development of kindergarten children
• Data analysis, targeting instruction, and intervention services
• Applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies and procedures

PRIMARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

The position holder must be able to perform the essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation.  It is the responsibility of the employee to inform the District of any and all reasonable accommodations that will be required.

• Provides planned learning experiences in order to motivate pupils and best utilize the available time for instruction; identifies and adjusts instructional objectives in terms of student need using grade level standards and assessments
• Provides instruction to students with special needs in accordance with IEP, utilizing support services as required; participates in IEP meetings as appropriate
• Develops and uses instructional materials suitable for pupils with a wide range of academic, social, physical and emotional maturities
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials in accordance with site and organizational policy to provide individualized and small group, as well as whole group, instruction in order to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil; develops specific plans for substitutes as necessary
• Creates lesson plans that comply with PA Core Standards and/or PA Academic Standards
• Analyzes school and individualized student data
• Distributes, collects and grades instructional materials, homework and tests; determines student grades and forwards to appropriate personnel
• Establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve effective participation in all activities without interfering with the natural informal atmosphere of a kindergarten
• Conducts instruction based on the written and Board approved curriculum

• Supports and assists in maintaining district discipline policy and the site discipline plan; develops self-discipline, responsibility and leadership skills in the students
• Evaluates academic and social growth of pupils, and maintains appropriate records
• Participates in assessment and development activities, student supervision and control, and staff, parent, department and organizational meetings
• Adheres to the Pennsylvania Professional Standards and Practices Commission Code of Conduct
• Identifies pupil needs, and cooperates with other professional staff members in assessing and helping pupils manage health, behavioral, social, and learning problems
• Creates an effective environment for learning through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and interest centers
• Promotes School-Wide Positive Behavior Support (SWPBS)
• Maintains appropriate records and prepares progress reports; communicates with parents on the individual pupil's progress
• Administers multiple-measure assessment tests in accordance with the testing program
• Maintains regular and timely attendance

SECONDARY JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Maintains professional competence through staff development activities and/or selfselected professional growth activities
• Administers to the health needs of students, as needed
• Supervises pupils in outofclassroom activities during the assigned working day
• Participates in meetings, conferences and in-services as assigned
• Performs related duties as assigned 

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Possesses ability to access, input and generate output of data from a computer
• Possesses ability to understand directions and instructions in order to perform duties
• Possesses ability to effectively communicate in order to exchange information

MEASURED IN TERMS OF FREQUENCY - select A, B, C or D for the Lifting & Body Movements

         A                   B                     C   D

NOT AT ALL        OCCASIONALLY            FREQUENTLY      CONSTANTLY

      0%                    1 - 33% 34 - 66%    67 - 100%

TRANSPORT:

• Up to 10 lbs:      C    11 to 20 lbs:       B   Beyond 20 lbs:   B    

MOBILITY:

• Possesses ability to move about the classroom to access materials and files:  C
• Possesses ability to position self to work with students, staff and the public: D
• Possesses ability to transport materials and supplies to appropriate locations: C

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  In accordance with the PSEA-NEA Agreement

FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT

Northampton Area School District is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization

4/8/19