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Long-Term Substitute Spanish Teacher (K-8)

Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a long-term substitute Spanish teacher (K-8), responsible for specifically teaching grades 4-6, as well as additional duties such as advisory and/or study period. This position is anticipated to start late September and end at the end of December, 2024.

Qualifications:

• A vision for dynamic approaches to Spanish education, excellent collaborative skills, and a willingness to support and engage in educational research.
• Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading Spanish.
• A Bachelor's Degree is required. A Master's Degree or demonstrated work towards a master's degree in Spanish teacher education or a related field is preferred.
• Teaching experience with elementary and/or middle school students is required—knowledge and experience with ACTFL standards and proficiency levels are preferred.
• Broad experience is advantageous, as participation across disciplines and grade levels is valued at our school; specific experience with middle school students is preferred.
• Highly creative work experience in Spanish Language pedagogy is an asset.

Please direct questions to Dr. Nomi Marcus, [email protected]. Offers of employment are contingent on the candidate satisfactorily obtaining and passing the following before appointment: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, and proof of a TB test. Also, as Act 168 of 2014 requires, the candidate must satisfy the requirements stated on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form.

Educational Support Teacher - Behavior Intervention

Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time Educational Support teacher to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and families to help facilitate positive interactions within the school environment, allowing all students to integrate behaviorally into an inclusive school setting. The Behavior Intervention Specialist has the training to address behaviors that create barriers to learning and healthy relationships in the school. This person will provide direct and consultative services in the school setting for responsive, preventative, and interventive purposes. In addition, the Educational Support teacher works directly with identified students to develop and self-sustain positive behaviors that support their growth academically and behaviorally. Under the supervision of the director of Student Services and Division directors, the Behavior Intervention teacher will provide diversified strategies and activities specifically designed for identified students.  This position will start in August 2024.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborating with school personnel to communicate and uphold universal school expectations to effectively include social validity and equitable support.
• Working with faculty to develop classroom practices that support student growth and engagement.
• When necessary, identify, measure, and respond to challenging behaviors, including antecedents and follow-through.
• Facilitating team meetings with the identified student’s teachers and parents to complete a Functional Behavioral Assessment.
• Attending regular Student Services team meetings and collaborating with other members (learning specialists, counselors, and the Director of Student Services) to determine effective plans for individual students.
• Develop a repertoire of assessment strategies consistent with instructional goals, teaching methods, and individual student needs to assess student behavior skills and understandings accurately.
• Establishing relationships and communicating with teachers, administrators, and family members.
• Work as a team member to establish and show commitment towards a restorative practices program at Falk.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Experience supporting behavior in either a school or therapeutic setting is advantageous.
• Knowledge of function-based intervention planning for developing positive interactions across all environments.
• Knowledge of techniques needed to complete effective Functional Behavior Assessments (FBA), function–based interventions, and Behavior Intervention Plans (BIP).
• Knowledge in using assessment and assessment data to inform instruction and prescribe work plans for individual students.
• Ascribes to the philosophy that all children can succeed and demonstrates the commitment to do what is necessary to make this a reality.
• Demonstrates an inquiry stance approach to behavioral support.
• Strong knowledge of culturally responsive practices.
• Possesses training to take relevant data to help track and modify inappropriate behavior.
• Prepared to develop, implement, and maintain student data collection and progress monitoring system for students with behavior disorders and other exceptionalities.
• A commitment to restorative practices, diversity, equity, and inclusion work.

For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage

K-8 Substitute Teacher

Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is accepting applications for Substitute Teacher Positions for the 2024–25 school year. Applications in all certification areas are welcome including Elementary, Secondary, and Subject area specializations.

For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage