Keystone Central School District has the need for a PA certified secondary Special Education teacher in the Life Skills classroom at Central Mountain High School.
Starting salary for a BS, step 1, teacher is $60,600. Teacher contract is attached to this posting. Excellent benefits include health, vision, dental, life insurance, credit reimbursement, and PSERS retirement.
Submit resume and online application at: https://www.applitrack.com/kcsd/onlineapp/
Salary placement varies according to experience and education.
Deadline to apply internally is August 25, 2026 at 11:00am
Job Description below:
QUALIFICATIONS:As established by state certifications laws and regulationsREPORTS TO:PrincipalSUPERVISES:Not applicableJOB GOAL:To facilitate student intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth and to enable each student to contribute to the fulfillment of their potential as an able and responsible citizen.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Positively collaborates with other staff members in the educational process and assists with the smooth operation of the building.
2.Displays an interest in and participates in the total school program.
3.Exhibits enthusiasm, dependability, punctuality, consistent and regular attendance, and active participation in assigned teaching, instructional and non-instructional duties, attendance at meetings, and in the use and care of equipment and facilities.
4.Displays positive personal traits, such as neatness, integrity, character, good citizenship, respect for others, honesty, and responsibility and acts as an appropriate role model for students.
5.Abides by the Pennsylvania school laws and regulations, federal and state laws and regulations governing educational and civil rights of students and others, Child Protective Services Act, and the terms of the collective bargaining agreement.
6.Upholds and enforces school rules, administrative regulations, board policies and maintains confidentiality.
7.Dresses in a professional manner appropriate for the position so as to serve as a role model for the students.
8.Works cooperatively with and maintains open lines of communication with administrators, parents, students, staff members, and the general public.
9.Participates in curriculum review and redesign (Instructional Design Cycle) as required by department, subject area, or grade level.
10. Participates in an ongoing staff development program to enhance professional competence, and abides by state law and regulations regarding continuing education.
11. Integrates Chapter 4 Regulations and the Keystone Central School District Strategic Plan into the instructional program.
12. Incorporates the philosophy, objectives and expectations of the teacher performance appraisal plan in the attainment of professional goals.
13. Uses instructional design as the basic structural framework for the development of instructional programs and works toward the achievement of the standards.
14. Promptly develops, maintains and accurately completes all required written records and reports within established time lines.
15. Creates and utilizes a variety of instructional strategies to attain lesson objectives and to provide students with opportunities which extend beyond the classroom.
16. Diagnoses and evaluates student abilities and progress to develop effective instructional strategies to help students meet instructional objectives and provides timely feedback to students concerning their progress.
17. Recognizes and uses appropriate technology relevant to the curriculum taught.
18. Establishes an educational environment to emphasize a multi-cultural understanding within the classroom.
19. Promotes and utilizes a proactive, positive, and constructive approach in dealing with conflict.
20. Is familiar with and complies with all students? IEPs, service plans, action plans, or other administratively-approved adaptations, and appropriately accommodates disabilities in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
21. Demonstrates understanding and concern for each student in meeting his or her educational needs, including the recommendation for the evaluation of students thought to be exceptional or in need of special education, gifted education or accommodations.
22. Must exercise confidentiality at all times.
23. Performs other job-duties as may be assigned.
The position specifications described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individual currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
In accordance with the professional employee's compensation plan.
LIVE AND WORK IN CLINTON COUNTY
Keystone Central School District is proud to partner with Clinton County Government on the Live and Work in Clinton County Relocation program. For more information, visit https://www.clintoncountypa.gov/departments/planning-grants-zoning/live-work-clinton-county-relocation-program
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
The Keystone Central School District is an equal opportunity education institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, marital status, disability and/or handicap, pregnancy, or age in its admission, treatment, access, procedures, programs, services, employment practices and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth as required by Title IV of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the American Disabilities Act, the Boy Scouts of America Equal Access Act, Pennsylvania 22 Pa. Code ? 15.4, and School District Policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding all non-discrimination matters for all employees and employment matters
Mr. Justin Evey
Director of Human Resources
Keystone Central School District
Administration Office
86 Administrative Drive, Mill Hall, PA 17751
570-893-4900 ext. 2325
jevey@kcsd.k12.pa.us
The official Linked in page of Keystone Central School District; A K-12 Public School in Central PA
Mission Statement
The Keystone Central community will provide an educational environment that develops high levels of academic achievement and promotes respectful citizenship in all students.
Shared Values
We believe that our district should provide:
* A safe learning environment
* Opportunities for collaboration and communication among and between all stakeholders
* Each and every student the opportunity to realize his/her highest level of achievement
* Professional development support to allow all staff to maintain the highest levels of subject knowledge and professional skills through continuous improvement
* A learning environment that utilizes the best practices, i.e. best methods of instruction
* Opportunities to involve families/community in the learning process and educational experiences
Vision Statement
The Keystone Central School District envisions a school environment that fosters respect between and among students, faculty, staff, parents, school leaders, and community members. This community of learners is dedicated to high levels of academic achievement through curricular and instructional practices that meet the diverse needs of all students. Through the development of open communication systems and a spirit of collaboration, the educational system becomes a source of shared accountability and positive outcomes for all stakeholders.
A graduate of the Keystone Central School District is one who thinks critically and creatively, exhibits tolerance and respect for others, behaves responsibly and ethically, and embraces technology as it impacts the local and global society. This ongoing journey is one that invites all stakeholders to participate and embrace the opportunities for personal, professional, and community growth available through the Keystone Central School District.
