Job Summary

A teacher in the School District of Philadelphia plans and teaches their subject area, following the scope and sequence for all courses; provides instruction to students in the analysis and interpretation of material being presented; instructs the use of tools, materials, processes, and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications, in the development of lessons; and uses formal and informal classroom and district assessments. A counselor in the School District of Philadelphia provides counseling services that foster the academic, personal, social, and career development of all students; provides individual/group counseling and guidance for students and implements broad based programs that deal with decision making, conflict resolution, self esteem, coping strategies, and other issues; serves as both the primary agent for addressing issues that impact students at risk of failing to attain their full academic potential and the school-based resource for dealing with child abuse/neglect and crisis prevention/intervention; acts as a liaison between the school and various community/governmental agencies that may provide services to students and their families and participates on the school’s multidisciplinary committee. Demonstration Teachers and Counselors are unique educators. They utilize the most current educational techniques and instructional media, which contribute to effective practices in their specific area(s). They are observed at times by personnel from within the School District of Philadelphia, as well as visitors from other areas and institutions, both national and international. There are two Demonstration Schools: John Hancock Demonstration Elementary School/Middle School Julia R. Masterman Laboratory and Demonstration School This application is for both external candidates and internal teachers who want to be considered for a Demonstration Teacher or Counselor role at Hancock and/or Masterman. Essential Functions Assess the skill level of students and aligns classroom goals and activities to established state and local standards; Provides instruction in respective subject area; Provides students with instruction emphasizing real life applications and simulations; Teaches inquiry techniques that encourage experimentation and alternative approaches to problem solving; Provides technical expertise in the use of tools, materials, processes and applications of technology, including pertinent software applications; Provides students with learning experiences requiring them to demonstrate comprehension of concepts and the ability to use technological resources in developing solutions to problems; Provides instruction that encourages students to use learned skills as tools for inquiry-based learning; Creates a classroom environment in which students have access to subject-specific skills across the curriculum; Keeps abreast of the latest developments and improvements in education as it affects the instructional program; Attends faculty meetings to discuss school problems and teaching methods; Maintains classroom discipline; Maintains attendance, grades, and other required records. PLEASE NOTE: Salary is commensurate with experience in education and educational attainment. Both prior experience and educational degree must go through the District's verification process in order for final salary to be confirmed. Please note that current SDP teachers/counselors do not need to go through this process again.