Classroom Teacher​/Elementary School Classes

Position: Classroom Teacher / Elementary School Classes
Job Description:

3rd Grade Teacher -  Academic Year

St. Mary Catholic School, Bethel

OVERVIEW:

St. Mary Catholic School, Bethel is seeking a highly effective, experienced, and student-centered 3rd grade teacher. 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 and optimal learning environment; and providing 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.

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 and 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 on tasks and motivate student learning.

* Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional development, reading professional educational publications, etc.

* Encourage parental involvement in students' education and ensure effective communication with students and parents.

* Coordinate 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; consistently and effectively evaluates student progress.

* Establish 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.

* Cooperate and work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.

* At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.

* Maintain confidentiality, sound judgment, professional dress and general 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 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.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Bachelor's Degree accredited college/university in Education or related discipline to teaching assignment

* Valid State Teaching Certification in appropriate grade level and/or subject

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

Interested candidates should complete the CT Reap application, include a cover letter, current resume and 3 current letters of recommendation to the attention of: principal