About the role#
As an Act 86 Substitute Teacher, you are responsible for managing the learning environment and providing instruction when a classroom teacher is absent. You will work with the Keystone Central School District to ensure students continue their education according to existing lesson plans. Participants in this program may work a maximum of 180 days per school year and no more than 10 consecutive days for the same teacher.
What you'll do#
- Report to the office upon arrival to review daily schedules and plans.
- Execute instructional activities for individuals or small groups using the absent teacher's curriculum.
- Provide instruction to special-needs students within the classroom.
- Manage student behavior during class, lunch, and activity periods.
- Maintain confidentiality and ethical standards regarding school personnel and student information.
- Take precautions to protect students, facilities, and school materials.
- Assist with other curriculum-related duties as assigned, including potential daily reassignment based on district needs.
What you'll need#
- Current enrollment in a teacher preparation program at a Pennsylvania college or university.
- At least 60 completed semester hours.
- Proof of enrollment and credit hours.
- Clean Pennsylvania Criminal Records check (Act 34), Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (Act 151), and FBI Criminal History Record, all less than 1 year old.
- Child Mandated Reporter Training (Act 126) completed within the last 5 years.
- Act 71 PA Suicide Prevention clearance.
- Proof of a TB test or chest x-ray less than 90 days old.
- Two valid forms of identification for I-9 purposes.
- Contact information for all past and current employers involving direct contact with children.
- Ability to sit or stand for extended periods, lift 15-35 pounds, move items up to 30 pounds, and trail a student who elopes.
Location & details#
- Location: Mill Hall, Pennsylvania.
- 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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