Glade Run Lutheran Services

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Teacher - Day to Day Substitute (Education)



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St. Stephen's Lutheran Academy is a licensed private academic school for students in grades K through 12 who require specialized educational programs due to diverse challenges. Our innovative programs are designed to help students succeed by creating a therapeutic environment of positive behavior interventions. Our philosophy is that every interaction with a child is an opportunity to help them learn, grow and heal.
The Day to Day Substitute Teacher position would work in the same classroom for no more than 20 consecutive days.  The assignment would change up to every 20 days. This position does not have IEP responsibilities. This position does not fall within the Teacher Tier system and would not be eligible for the Portfolio bonus (this is separate from the New HIre Incentive Bonus).  
 
What We Offer
  • Positive Behavior Intervention Supports (PBIS) environment
  • Therapeutic equine, animal and horticulture therapy offered to our students though our Adventures Program
  • Low student to teacher ratios
  • Teacher Loan Forgiveness and Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program access for employees who meet the forgiveness program requirements 
  • Partnerships with over 40 local school districts
  • Technology in every classroom
  • State of the art sensory playground on our historic Zelienople campus
  • Glade Run is Sanctuary certified we provide a supportive, respectful environment for our clients and our staff where shared governance, open communication, social learning and responsibility, non-violence, emotional intelligence, and growth and change are paramount in all aspects of our programming
What You'll Do:
  1. Facilitate classrooms routine, lesson plans, and student accommodations in Individualized Education Plan (IEP) 
  2. Provide individualized adaptations for student instruction.
  3. Participate in all school/team meetings 
Qualifications:
ACADEMIC:
  1. Bachelor's degree required. Bachelor's degree in Education preferred.
  2. Bachelor's degree in Education with an active Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate in any subject area.
PHYSICAL AND EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Must have audio/visual/verbal skills for instruction and supervision of students to perform other essential job functions.
  2. Must have physical dexterity in order to assist in student physical interventions if necessary.
  3. Must complete and pass agency Crisis/Physical Intervention training.
  4. Must have emotional stability to perform essential job functions.
  5. Must have the ability to continually exercise discretion and judgment in performing job responsibilities.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
  1. Must be able to adjust hours to job requirements.
  2. Must have access to a telephone.
  3. Must have a valid driver's license and acceptable driving record for the Zelienople campus; this is not a requirement for the Utica campus
  4. Must have acceptable PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse History clearance, FBI clearance and Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form.
  5. Must be able to identify with the agency Mission Statement and support the agency's Core Values.
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and 401K offerings with agency match
  • Agency provided life insurance and long-term disability coverage
  • Up to 9 weeks of paid summer break time 
  • Paid school break time during the school year according to the school calendar
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • New Hire Incentive Bonuses
  • Employee Referral Bonus Incentives
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Partnership with Capella University offering scholarships, tuition discounts, and free professional development opportunities
Job Location
Zelienople, PA
 
Position Type
Full-Time/Regular
 
Who We Are: Founded in 1854 by the Rev. Dr. William Passavant in Zelienople, Pennsylvania, Glade Run has evolved over the years to meet the changing and increasingly challenging needs of children, adults and families throughout Western Pennsylvania and beyond. With a focus on education, mental health, autism, and unique therapeutic offerings, Glade Run has a long tradition of linking faith and service. Last year, Glade Run served over 7,000 individuals with impactful, innovative services in school, home, and community settings. Equal Opportunity Employer
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