Elementary Teacher : Classroom (August 2025)

Permanent Position Beginning August 2025

The Upper Darby School District is seeking applicants for full-time Elementary Classroom Teachers.

Qualifications :

• PA Instructional Certificate : Elementary Education (PK-4 and / or Grades 4-8)
• Out-of-state educators and anyone seeking an emergency certificate should review the guidelines set by the PA Department of Education. Pennsylvania Certification information is available at : https : / / www.education.pa.gov / Educators / Certification / Pages / default.aspx
• BA required in appropriate major study
• Knowledge of content in area of certification
• Classroom / group management skills
• Ability to use instructional materials and equipment
• Knowledge of child growth and development
• Instructional skills
• Planning Skills
• Human Relations Skills
• Must be able to organize a classroom to deliver the Upper Darby School District academic program
• Strong communication and motivational skills
• Ability to effectively communicate with, instruct, and work with students, staff and parents / guardians
• Job Goal :

To participate, as a member of the instructional staff, in directing the learning of elementary school students. Such participation shall be directed toward attainment of general and specific objectives of the curricula of the school, and of the school district.

Our Mission :

It is the mission of the Upper Darby School District to provide a comprehensive educational program that develops all learners into critical thinkers, with effective communication skills, empowering them to adapt to an ever-changing world. Our students will demonstrate integrity and confidence while cultivating a learner's mindset in pursuit of personal excellence and service to others.

Our Belief Statements :

Upper Darby School District's academic programs are based on the following beliefs :

We believe :

The Upper Darby School District is an equal opportunity education institution and does not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, age, religion, ancestry, union membership, or any other legally protected category. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state law, including the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, and with federal law, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.