Grade 45 Social Studies and Science Teacher

The Campus Laboratory School of Carlow University is seeking a Grade 4/5 Social Studies and Science Teacher who is passionate about inquiry-based learning and interdisciplinary instruction. This teacher will be responsible for planning delivering and assessing high-quality instruction in social studies and science for students in grades 4 and 5 supporting the development of critical thinking inquiry-based learning and interdisciplinary understanding aligned with Pennsylvania Academic Standards and the mission of the school.

The ideal candidate will create an engaging student-centered learning environment that fosters curiosity collaboration and academic growth. This role requires strong content knowledge in both subject areas the ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learners and a commitment to integrating literacy and hands-on experiential learning opportunities across the curriculum.

• Plan and deliver engaging standards-aligned instruction in social studies and science for Grades 45
• Design lessons that promote inquiry-based learning critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Assess student learning using formative and summative assessments and use data to inform instruction
• Differentiate instruction to meet the academic social and emotional needs of diverse learners
• Integrate literacy skills (reading writing speaking and listening) into content-area instruction
• Create a positive inclusive classroom environment that supports student engagement and achievement
• Utilize hands-on experiments projects primary sources and real-world applications to enhance learning
• Collaborate with grade-level colleagues interventionists and administration to support student success
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress academic performance and classroom updates
• Maintain accurate records of student performance attendance and assessments
• Implement classroom management strategies that promote respect responsibility and active learning
• Participate in professional development faculty meetings and school-wide initiatives
• Support the mission values and educational philosophy of The Campus Laboratory School of Carlow University

• Participate in school events family engagement nights and student showcases
• Attend faculty meetings professional development sessions and collaborative planning meetings
• Support school-wide initiatives committees and accreditation-related activities (e.g. PAIS self-study)
• Supervise students during non-instructional times such as arrival dismissal recess and field trips
• Assist with curriculum development and instructional resource review as needed
• Perform other duties as assigned to support the mission and operation of the school

Education: Bachelors degree in Education Elementary Education or a related field from an accredited college or university required. Masters degree preferred.

Experience: Prior classroom teaching experience at the elementary or middle school level preferred (Grades 36 experience strongly preferred). Experience with standards-based instruction differentiated learning and inquiry-based or hands-on instructional approaches is highly desirable.

Licenses/Certifications: Valid Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Instructional I or Instructional II certificate in Elementary Education or appropriate middle-level certification with endorsement in social studies and/or science preferred or required based on assignment.

Clearances: Clearances required per PDE and school policy: FBI fingerprint clearance PA Child Abuse History clearance and PA State Police clearance.