What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lower School Teacher position at Harrisburg Academy?
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Posted: 18-Mar-25
Location: Wormleysburg, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Categories
Elementary Teacher
Salary Details
Paid personal days, Paid sick days, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 403b retirement plan
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Purpose
Inspire joyful learning, honor each child, and build connections to empower all students to make a difference.
Harrisburg Academy is an International Baccalaureate School seeking a Lower School Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will have Primary Years Program experience; however, it is not required. We are seeking a highly collaborative team player within a child centered environment with a passion for teaching and learning. This position reports to the Head of Lower School. Responsibilities include maintaining an engaging classroom environment, assessing and reporting progress of students, leading parent conferences, and managing parent communications, while implementing the core second grade curriculum.
Preferred Qualifications Include
Harrisburg Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Current State Police, Child Abuse, FBI clearances, a physical and a TB test are required. To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter with three references to Kelly Rinehart, Assistant to Head of Lower School by emailing Rinehart.k@harrisburgacademy.org.
Harrisburg Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated. There is a 90-day probation period for all new employees.
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About Harrisburg Academy
Established in 1784 by Harrisburg founder John Harris, the Academy is one of the first independent schools in America and the flagship private school in Central Pa. At Harrisburg Academy, an outstanding, forward-thinking, hands-on education is paramount with students engaged on a unique journey of self-discovery, academic achievement, and social growth. Students, preschool through high school, excel in a challenging and diverse curriculum, and are well-rounded scholars and creative artists, exceptional athletes and talented musicians, and globally-minded philanthropists. They benefit from the enormous advantages of a small learning community each and every day that offers stimulating growth to prepare them for 21st Century success to learn boldly and to think analytically, creatively, and innovatively. More information at https://www.harrisburgacademy.org/.
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Posted: 18-Mar-25
Location: Wormleysburg, Pennsylvania
Type: Full Time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Categories
Elementary Teacher
Salary Details
Paid personal days, Paid sick days, Health insurance, Dental insurance, 403b retirement plan
Required Education
4 Year Degree
Purpose
Inspire joyful learning, honor each child, and build connections to empower all students to make a difference.
Harrisburg Academy is an International Baccalaureate School seeking a Lower School Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will have Primary Years Program experience; however, it is not required. We are seeking a highly collaborative team player within a child centered environment with a passion for teaching and learning. This position reports to the Head of Lower School. Responsibilities include maintaining an engaging classroom environment, assessing and reporting progress of students, leading parent conferences, and managing parent communications, while implementing the core second grade curriculum.
Preferred Qualifications Include
- Elementary Education Degree
- Previous classroom teaching experience; 2 years preferred
- Ease of establishing positive and supportive relationships with students and family
- Contribute to the Lower School faculty through curriculum work and ongoing work of the division
- A deep understanding of educating the whole child
- Openness to collaboration and planning with Lower School colleagues and faculty across all grade levels
- Strong technology skills, knowledge of various platforms, and experience with technology integration in classrooms
- An ability to meet varied tasks and responsibilities with integrity, enthusiasm, creativity, flexibility, and humor
- An understanding of child development and respectful, restorative behavior management techniques
- Genuine understanding of child development and respectful restorative behavior management techniques
Harrisburg Academy is an equal opportunity employer. Current State Police, Child Abuse, FBI clearances, a physical and a TB test are required. To apply for this position, please send a resume and cover letter with three references to Kelly Rinehart, Assistant to Head of Lower School by emailing Rinehart.k@harrisburgacademy.org.
Harrisburg Academy does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability and familial affiliation, or any other characteristic protected by law. We seek candidates who hope to help foster a school environment where all people are valued and where all perspectives are respected and appreciated. There is a 90-day probation period for all new employees.
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About Harrisburg Academy
Established in 1784 by Harrisburg founder John Harris, the Academy is one of the first independent schools in America and the flagship private school in Central Pa. At Harrisburg Academy, an outstanding, forward-thinking, hands-on education is paramount with students engaged on a unique journey of self-discovery, academic achievement, and social growth. Students, preschool through high school, excel in a challenging and diverse curriculum, and are well-rounded scholars and creative artists, exceptional athletes and talented musicians, and globally-minded philanthropists. They benefit from the enormous advantages of a small learning community each and every day that offers stimulating growth to prepare them for 21st Century success to learn boldly and to think analytically, creatively, and innovatively. More information at https://www.harrisburgacademy.org/.
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