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Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time Behavior Intervention Specialist to work collaboratively with students, teachers, and families to help facilitate positive interactions within the school environment, allowing all students to integrate behaviorally into the school setting successfully. The Behavior Intervention Specialist has the training to address behaviors that create barriers to learning and healthy relationships in the school. This person will provide direct and consultative services in the school setting for responsive, preventative, and interventive purposes. In addition, the Behavior Intervention Specialist works directly with identified students to develop and self-sustain positive behaviors that support their growth academically and behaviorally. Under the supervision of the director of Student Services and Division directors, the Behavior Intervention Specialist will provide diversified strategies and activities specifically designed for identified students. This position will start in August 2024.
Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time Learning Specialist (K-8) to work with children with various learning profiles and challenges, emphasizing support for their educational needs. The candidate must have empathy for and a genuine interest in developing positive education experiences for elementary and middle school students with learning disabilities, executive function difficulties, and other learning differences. Collaboration across disciplines and grade levels is essential to this position. This position will start in August 2024.
Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Please direct any questions to the search committee chair, Ms. Samantha Schmitt, at [email protected]. The review of applications will begin in the Spring of 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Among the professional duties of an Instructional Specialist are the following:
Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time Director of Student Services to provide leadership and support in meeting the tiered needs of students in behavioral development, academic development, and student social, emotional, and mental well-being. This person analyzes the needs of students across all levels at Falk Laboratory School and assists personnel in developing, implementing, and exploring the ongoing effectiveness of school counseling and educational support. This is a 12-month position with an anticipated start date of Summer 2024.
Specific responsibilities include:
Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Please direct any questions to the search committee chair, Dr. Jill Sarada, at [email protected]. The review of applications will begin in the Spring of 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time Academic Interventionist (K-8) to provide supplemental individual and small-group instruction to children with various learning profiles and challenges, emphasizing support for their educational needs. The primary role of the interventionist is to provide support to students in need of Tier 3 support. This position will start in August 2024.
Specific responsibilities include:
Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Please direct any questions to the search committee chair, Ms. Samantha Schmitt, at [email protected]. The review of applications will begin in the Spring of 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks a full-time, experienced, dynamic Language Arts Teacher for the next academic year, beginning August 2024.
Candidates should have successful teaching experience in middle or high school English/Language Arts classrooms and experience in Language Arts curriculum design and/or implementation. The educator filling these roles will be responsible for continuing to develop a program that features Progressive ideas about Language Arts instruction. The successful candidate will have a strong vision for dynamic approaches to Language Arts education, strong collaborative skills, and a willingness to support educational research. Strong oral and written communication skills will be required to frame and present the complex world of Language Arts pedagogy to various audiences.
Salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits.
Qualified applicants will meet the following criteria:
Materials can be uploaded to join.pitt.edu. For full consideration, please submit:
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a full-time, experienced, and dynamic school librarian for the next academic year beginning August 2024.
The mission of the library is twofold:
Our vision for the library is that it is a vibrant space where all people feel welcomed and supported in exploring their passions and curiosity through books, stories, and research; a place that will nurture creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving; and a central commons for building community, developing empathy, and pursuing social justice.
Specific duties include collaborating with peer librarians to support the mission and vision, including:
A Master's Degree or demonstrated work towards a master's degree in an accredited library and information science program is preferred. Pennsylvania state school librarian certification is a plus, and strong consideration will be given to candidates with experience working with school-aged children. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as demonstrated leadership and management experience, are essential.
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a full-time, experienced, and dynamic Spanish teacher (K-8) for the next academic year beginning August 2024.
The educator filling this role will be responsible for continuing to develop a program that features progressive ideas about Spanish instruction. The successful candidate will have a vision for dynamic approaches to Spanish education, excellent collaborative skills, and a willingness to support and engage in educational research. Demonstrated proficiency in speaking, writing, and reading Spanish will be expected.
A Bachelor's Degree is required. A Master's Degree or demonstrated work towards a master's degree in Spanish teacher education or a related field is preferred. Teaching experience with elementary and/or middle school students is required—knowledge and experience with ACTFL standards and proficiency levels are preferred. Broad experience is advantageous, as participation across disciplines and grade levels is valued at our school; specific experience with middle school students is preferred. Highly creative work experience in Spanish Language pedagogy is an asset.
For full consideration, submit (1) a letter of application, (2) a resume, (3) an educational philosophy, (4) three letters of recommendation, (5) transcripts, (6) PA teaching certification.
The salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk School, affiliated with the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits.
Please direct questions to the search committee chair, Ms. Diana Dimitrovski, at [email protected]. The review of applications will begin in the early Spring of 2024 and continue until the position is filled.
Offers of employment are contingent on the candidate satisfactorily obtaining and passing the following before appointment: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, and proof of a negative TB test. Also, as Act 168 of 2014 requires, the candidate must satisfy the requirements stated on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form.
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh, seeks a full-time, experienced, and dynamic K-8 art teacher for the next academic year beginning August 2024.
Ideal candidates should have experience designing and implementing curriculum, working with diverse students with varied learning styles and levels of mastery, engaging children and adolescents in meaningful, process-oriented artmaking, and maintaining a nurturing, student-centered classroom environment. Responsibilities will include active teaching and community responsibilities. Candidates should have strong oral and written communication skills, be reflective, and be able to develop collaborative relationships with students, parents, faculty, and the arts community. Candidates should demonstrate knowledge of traditional and contemporary art, evidence of being a practicing artist, and an understanding of the Reggio Approach and progressive education.
A Master's Degree or demonstrated work towards a master's degree in art education or equivalent coursework is preferred. Broad experience is advantageous, as partnering across disciplines and grade levels is valued at our school. Highly creative work experience in middle-level art education is an asset.
For full consideration, submit (1) a letter of application, (2) a resume, (3) an educational philosophy that includes the use of technology with children, (4) three letters of recommendation, (5) transcripts, (6) PA teaching certification.
A portfolio that includes personal art samples and examples of teaching will be requested if invited to interview.
Offer of employment is contingent on the candidate satisfactorily obtaining and passing the following prior to commencement of appointment: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check. Candidates must also submit proof of a negative TB test prior to their first day of work if hired. Also, as Act 168 of 2014 requires, the candidate must satisfy the requirements stated on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form.
The salary range is competitive and commensurate with experience. Falk School, affiliated with the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Please direct any questions to the search committee chair, Dr. Joanna Newlin, at [email protected]. The review of applications will begin in the early Spring of 2024 and continue until the position is filled
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 laboratory school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, is accepting applications for Substitute Teacher Positions for the 2023–24 school year. Applications in all certification areas are welcome including Elementary, Secondary, and Subject area specializations.
For more information or to apply, view this position on the University's Talent Center webpage