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Thank you for your interest in employment with the West Oak Lane Charter School (WOLCS). We value all of our interested applicants and hope to provide you with the best customer service possible. The Federal legislation, "HR1 No Child Left Behind Act of 2001" requires that all public and charter schools hire “Highly Qualified” teachers for their schools. WOLCS is committed to hiring teachers who meet the NCLB definition of a highly qualified teacher. We seek qualified candidates who are innovative, enthusiastic, and looking for a genuine opportunity to make a difference. We are in our 25th year as a K-8 charter school located in the West Oak Lane section of Philadelphia. We have approximately 1000+ students. Our school offers a bright spacious, clean and safe environment for teachers and students. Administration promotes innovation and works collaboratively with teachers and parents to ensure that our students are engaged and that they received a quality educational experience.
West Oak Lane Charter School is looking to fill the following positions for the 2023-2024 school year.
Teachers
Special Education
Elementary K-7
Do you believe you can inspire and change lives? West Oak Lane Charter School has been providing students and teachers with a high-quality learning environment for over 20 years. Our administration promotes innovation and works collaboratively with teachers and parents to ensure that our students are engaged and that they are receiving a quality educational experience.
If you are looking to join a team of talented, passionate and inspiring educators, don’t miss your opportunity to inspire and be inspired. Join the West Oak Lane Charter School team.
Special Education Self-Contained Teacher requirements:
- Design and implement small group instruction derived from student's IEP goals.
- Teach all academic subjects (Reading, Math, Science and Social Studies)
- Implement positive behavior support plan.
- Monitor IEP goal progress through progress monitoring.
- Collaborate with related service providers (SLP, OT, PT, etc.) to ensure students are receiving services.
- Effectively use data to drive IEP data and instruction.
- Collaborate with content teams (Reading and Math Department) for support, curriculum and to ensure appropriate and effective implementation.
Requirements for all teaching positions
- Knowledge of Pennsylvania academic content standards
- Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum design and delivery, teaching and learning for individuals and groups.
- Skill in selecting and using appropriate instructional methods and materials when teaching new subjects.
- Ability to monitor and assess students’ performance to identify areas for improvements and to remediate when appropriate.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with teachers, parents, administrators and other members of the school.
- Pennsylvania Certification K-8, Special Education (Instructional I or II) bachelor’s and or master’s degree in education preferred.
EXCEPTIONALLY COMPETITIVE BONUS starting at $5000 with required certification.
Math Specialist
The Math Instructional Specialist is accountable for assisting teachers, students and more directly, the Director of Mathematics with achieving school-wide math goals at WOLCS. The position involves instructional work in support of the implementation of the various math curricula serving grades K through 8. The Math Instructional Specialist will work with the Director of Mathematics to ensure that math instruction is data driven, design and implement interventions, as well as administer assessments and collects data. He/she will also assist in evaluating and monitoring student progress.
- Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Pennsylvania Instructional Certification required. Pennsylvania Middle Level Mathematic Certification (Instructional I) is recommended.
- Bachelor's degree at an accredited college or university.
- Minimum of two - three years' satisfactory teaching experience in Math instruction.
School Counselor
Our School Counselor will provide in-person support and services to K-4 students. This position must have a current PA certification in school counseling. Responsibilities include advising and counseling students regarding academic, educational, and short-term social and emotional problems. Consulting, facilitating, and maintaining communication with parents, teachers, administrators, and outside agencies associated with student/family related matters. Providing documented feedback/recommendations/plans/strategies to aide with addressing student’s academic and/or educational needs and abilities. Assist with identifying students who may need targeted or intensive services, and coordinate with the appropriate behavioral health agencies/specialists.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Master’s degree in counseling/Guidance, Education, or Social Work (preferred)
- PA State Counselor Certification required.
- Minimum of 1 year of school counseling experience
- All required clearances
Don’t miss your opportunity to inspire and be inspired. Join the West Oak Lane Charter School team.
West Oak Lane Charter School is an equal opportunity employer. It is the policy of WOLCS to prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status.