About the role#
The Act 86 Substitute Teacher program allows students currently enrolled in a teacher preparation program to gain classroom experience. You will provide instruction and manage the learning environment in the absence of a classroom teacher. Participants may work a maximum of 180 days in a school year, with a limit of 10 consecutive days for the same teacher. Permits are renewable for one additional year.
What you'll do#
- Report to the office upon arrival to check in and review schedules.
- Execute lesson plans and instructional activities for individuals or small groups.
- Oversee student behavior in the classroom, during lunch, and in activity periods.
- Provide instruction to special needs students within the classroom.
- Maintain ethical behavior and confidentiality regarding school personnel.
- Take precautions to protect students, equipment, and facilities.
- Perform additional duties related to the teacher’s curriculum as assigned.
What you'll need#
- Currently enrolled in a Pennsylvania-based teacher preparation program with at least 60 earned semester hours.
- Proof of enrollment in an accredited college or university.
- Clean Pennsylvania Criminal Records Check (Act 34), Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151), and FBI Criminal History Record, all less than 1 year old.
- Valid Child Mandated Reporter Training (Act 126) completed within the last 5 years.
- Act 71 PA Suicide Prevention Clearance.
- TB test or chest X-ray less than 90 days old.
- Contact information for current and past employers where you had direct contact with children.
- Two valid forms of identification for I-9 verification.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, lift 15 to 35 pounds, move items up to 30 pounds, and trail a student who elopes.
- Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
Location & details#
- Location: Pennsylvania, United States.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Employment Type: Full-time substitute.
About ESS
ESS manufactures non-lithium energy storage systems. The company serves utilities, businesses, and critical infrastructure operators. It focuses on flow battery technology for renewable energy integration and high-power applications. Founded in 2011, the firm maintains its headquarters in Wilsonville, Oregon. It employs approximately 310 people.
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