Teacher - Generalist

St. John Paul Academy is seeking a qualified Teacher - Generalist for grades 6 through 8 with an emphasis in Math. The primary responsibilities of the position is to instruct students to develop skills and ability to excel in all subject areas taught. Contribute to the Catholic education program as a whole and to the growth of students academically and spiritually.

Ministerial Character:

The Diocesan Bishop is the visible principle and foundation of unity in the particular Church (“the Diocese”) entrusted to him. In a unique and visible way, he makes Christ's mission present and enduring as the Shepherd of the Christian Community. In order to fulfill his mission, the Diocesan Bishop employs suitable, chosen collaborators, who are clerics, religious, and lay people. He shares with them the apostolic mission and entrusts various responsibilities to them.

Each position employed in the Diocese of Corpus Christi helps to extend the ministry of the Diocesan Bishop in particular ways as outlined in the job duties and responsibilities. Therefore, this position is closely connected to and assists the Diocesan Bishop in the performance of his ministry and thereby engages in ministry for the church.

Responsibilities:

The list below reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the primary functions of the job identified and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the job.

As an integral part of ministry for the Church, this position will support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic ministry and the mission of the Diocese of Corpus Christi in both professional and personal life

Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church Continuously grow in the ministry by participating in religious ceremonies, training sessions, and reflection activities as directed

Use of a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of students in academic growth

Classroom management and instruct students to meet the needs at their levels to view growth

Work with other members of school staff to plan and implement instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of all students

Establish criteria for students to be familiar with expectations in the classroom; model the expectation and praise students who rise above itKeep all information about individual students confidential and promote student growth emotionally and academically

Work with peer teacher collaboratively to attain growth and guidance of the program

Ensure all student expectations are clearly communicated to students and parents

Monitor and support student academic growth

Mental/Physical Demands:

Ability to carry, pull, push, lift, or move objects 10 pounds or more Regular bending, stooping, kneeling, crawling, turning, reaching, climbing, and balancing

Ability to maintain composure under duress

Ability to work inside and outside (exposure to sun, heat, cold, and inclement weather); frequent exposure to noise; frequent district wide and statewide travel; frequent prolonged and irregular hours; moderate exposure to vehicle fumes and work around moving vehicles.

Organization Improvement and Morale:

Demonstrates a professional attitude as a member of diocesan staff

Maintains confidentiality in matters of assigned department and the diocese

Serves as a representative of the diocese displaying courtesy, tact, positivity, and discretion in all interactions with colleagues and community served

Carries out commitments made to diocesan colleagues and community served

Employs professional ethics in relationships with diocesan colleagues and community served

Positively contributes to the overall mission and values of the Diocese of Corpus Christi to promote a positive organizational culture

Mental/Physical Demands:

Ability to carry, pull, push, lift, or move objects 10 pounds or more Ability to maintain composure under duress; maintain emotional control under stress

Must maintain confidentiality of the department

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors Degree College course work in Math (24) and Education (12) or…