Third-Grade Teacher - McKean, PA

General McLane School District · Posting of Anticipated or Current Vacancy · School Year · Position: · Third-Grade Teacher · Location: · McKean Elementary School · Certification: · Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate for Elementary Education (required) Valid Pennsylvania Teac ...

Job description

General McLane School District

Posting of Anticipated or Current Vacancy

School Year

Position:

Third-Grade Teacher

Location:

McKean Elementary School

Certification:

Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate for Elementary Education (required) Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate for Special Education (PK-8, 7-12, or N-12) (preferred); Valid Pennsylvania Reading Specialist Certificate K-12 (preferred); LETRS training (preferred)

Job Selection Expectations:

Applications, resumes, letters of reference, and written samples will be reviewed for required certification; demonstrated related knowledge, skills, and abilities; and ability to communicate effectively. As candidates progress through the selection process, they may be asked to perform additional written exercises, complete panel interviews, and perform a sample lesson related to the subject area.

Application Requirements:

Applicants are expected to possess a valid and appropriate certificate for the vacant position at the time of application as well as all necessary clearances. Additional qualifications and experience will be considered and may be necessary or desirable for individual positions, along with a demonstrated competency in writing and communication skills.

Essential Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of child development and learning characteristics for late primary/elementary grades
• Understanding of state and national academic standards for grade 3, including ELA, math, science, and social studies
• Deep knowledge of effective reading instruction, including phonics, fluency, vocabulary, comprehension, and writing integration
• Familiarity with foundational numeracy instruction and problem-solving strategies
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction strategies to support diverse learners
• Understanding of formative and summative assessment methods and how to use data to inform instruction
• Skill in designing and delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills
• Ability to foster critical thinking, creativity, and collaboration through instruction
• Competence in integrating technology and digital tools to enhance learning
• Ability to build positive relationships with students and support their social-emotional growth
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with students, families, and colleagues
• Skill in adapting instruction for students with disabilities and advanced learners
• Ability to monitor, document, and communicate student progress clearly and effectively
• Capacity to create a safe, inclusive, and culturally responsive classroom environment
• Patience, empathy, and enthusiasm for working with elementary-aged children
• Commitment to ongoing professional learning and reflective practice
• Willingness to collaborate with grade-level teams, specialists, and support staff
• Ability to engage families as partners in their child's learning and development
• Flexibility and problem-solving skills to respond to students' individual needs and classroom dynamics

Anticipated Duration:

Full-Time Employee (beginning in the school year)

Internal Applicants:

Please apply as an internal candidate through the district's hiring portal. You must include an attached letter expressing your interest in applying for the position.

Additional Information:

Candidates must submit a complete application through the district's online hiring portal. Please direct questions to Steven Karns at

Circumstances related to the need to fill this position are subject to change. In circumstances where job candidate finalists demonstrate similar job performance potential, Veterans' Preference will apply if applicable. Hiring for any district position is subject to Board of Education approval. The Board reserves the right not to fill any posted position.

General McLane School District is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate in its educational programs, services, activities or employment practices, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, or any other legally protected class, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Age of 1974, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and/or any other applicable Pennsylvania or federal law. For information regarding civil rights; how to request special accommodations; grievance procedures; or the responsible official for compliance with Title VI, Title, IX, and Section 504, please contact the School District Administrative Office.