Job Description:
GRADE 2 TEACHER (FT)
All Saints Catholic School, Norwalk
OVERVIEW:
Under the direction of the school principal, the elementary classroom teacher is responsible for supporting the school and the Diocese of Bridgeport in its mission. He/she is to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing diocesan approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/
activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe,optimal learning environment; Provide feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Educators are engaged in a school conducted by the Roman Catholic Church for the express purpose of education in the academic, social, moral and religious values promulgated by the Church.
FLSA Status: Exempt
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Recognize/support the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Active member of a faith community; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
- Helps build school's faith community - demonstrates willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
- Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals/objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans.
- Promote a safe classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and able to communicate effectively with students; must organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time.
- Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional development.
- Encourage parental involvement in students education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level or PLCs, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Develops and uses effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught.
- Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; sets high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively as per school/diocesan policies.
- Cooperates and works effectively with staff members to promote positive relationships with students, parents.
- Demonstrates professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
- Maintains confidentiality, sound judgment, professional dress and behavior.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and Office of the Superintendent of Schools.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge and strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
- Excellent communications skills - written, verbal, public speaking, presentation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; a self-starter, well-organized, team player; multi-tasker
- Proficient in computer technology and related educational technology.
- Flexibility in assessing needs, strategies - adapt appropriately.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Working knowledge and strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
- Excellent communications skills - written, verbal, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; a self-starter and well-organized; team player; multi-tasker
- Proficient in computer technology and related educational technology.
- Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies - adapt appropriately.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing
- Master's Degree
- Demonstrated experience teaching in a Catholic School
- Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level
Please complete the CT Reap Application, include a cover letter, resume and 3 current letters of recommendation to the attn. of svirgadamo@diobpt.org.