Job Title: Alternative Education Every Day Building Substitute Teacher

Position Summary: The Building Substitute in the Alternative Education Program provides innovative and engaging instruction to students in grades 7-12. This role focuses on meeting the diverse academic, social, and emotional needs of students in a non-traditional learning environment. The teacher works collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to foster student success, develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and prepare students for post-secondary opportunities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Instruction and Curriculum Delivery

• Design and implement lessons aligned with state standards .
• Utilize diverse instructional strategies and technology to engage students with varying learning styles and abilities.
• Modify curriculum and materials to meet the needs of students with Individualized
• Education Programs (IEPs), 504 plans, or other specialized learning requirements.
  

Student Engagement and Support

• Build positive relationships with students to create a supportive and motivating learning environment.
• Provide academic intervention and support .
• Foster students’ confidence and competence through individualized instruction and encouragement.
  

Behavioral Support

• Promote a positive classroom culture by implementing trauma-informed and restorative practices.
• Address and redirect challenging behaviors in a calm and supportive manner, collaborating with counselors and support staff as needed.
  

Assessment and Progress Monitoring

• Administer assessments to evaluate student progress and guide instruction.

• Use data to identify areas of improvement and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.

• Maintain accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior.
  

Collaboration and Teamwork

• Work closely with counselors, administrators, and support staff to address the holistic needs of students.
• Participate in team meetings to discuss student progress and develop strategies for academic and behavioral success.
• Communicate regularly with families to provide updates on student achievement and engage them in the educational process.
  

Professional Development

• Attend training sessions and workshops to stay current with best practices in math instruction and alternative education.
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the alternative education
  

Qualifications:

Certification:

• Valdi PDE Certification in a Secondary Content Area required
  

Experience:

• Experience working in alternative education settings or with at-risk youth preferred.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed care, positive behavior interventions, and restorative practices is a plus.
  

Skills:

• Strong instructional and classroom management skills.

• Ability to build rapport with students and support their academic and social-emotional development.
• Proficiency in integrating technology into instruction.
• Collaborative and adaptable, with a commitment to student success.
• Skilled in the use of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, PowerPoint, Access, Excel and Outlook, and willingness to experiment and work with new technologies.

Additional Requirements:

• Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR Clearances required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
• School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.

Working Conditions:

The Math Teacher operates in a dynamic alternative education setting that requires flexibility, innovation, and a proactive approach to addressing student needs. The role involves managing smaller class sizes and providing individualized support for students who may face academic, social, or behavioral challenges. This position may involve standing, walking, and active engagement throughout the day. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Sitting for extended period of time

• Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
• Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies

• Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner

• Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers

• Hearing clearly

• Adequate vision to perform duties

The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Disclaimer: The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.

Reports To: Principal

Department: Alternative Education Program

Position Schedule: Per Assignment (AEP school year 192 Days)

Salary: $ 26.67 per hour ($200/day)
Benefit Guide : AIU Every Day Benefit Guide

To Apply: Create an on-line application and upload a cover letter, resume, clearances, PDE Teaching Certificate (if applicable) and transcripts at the AIU Career Site.

Please send any questions to: recruitment@aiu3.net

The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.