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Friday, April 10, 2020

Pittsburgh Public Schools hiring Japanese teacher for grades 6 - 12.



The Pittsburgh Public Schools district is hiring a Japanese teacher for grades 6 - 12 for the upcoming school year. An excerpt from the lengthy job posting:
Salary: Salary Schedule For Teachers Hired On Or After July 1, 2010 (starting at $47, 858 per year)

Endorsements: Japanese, Foreign Languages PK-12

Qualifications
A Bachelor's degree and Pennsylvania State Teaching Certification in required content area.

Must also obtain 24 additional education credits within six years of hire to obtain permanent certification.

Preferred qualities and attributes include:

- A commitment to accelerating student achievement.

- A desire to eliminate racial disparities.

- The ability to create a positive school and district culture.

- The willingness to foster and promote innovation.

- The ability to be a culturally-responsive educator who knows how to leverage students' unique skills, interests, and learning styles to create a learning experience that unequivocally includes and empowers each and every student.

- Demonstrated enthusiasm and energy in making a difference in the lives of students.

- Proven ability to empathize with students and prepare them to achieve academic excellence and strength of character so they have the opportunity to succeed in all aspects of life.
More information is available on the Pittsburgh Public Schools website.