4th Grade Teacher

Temporary Position Job Description

Gesu Jesuit Catholic School

Position Title
: 4th Grade Teacher

Salary: $175/day

Status
:
Temporary, full time

Position Start Date
:
Immediately, through June 15, 2027

Job Summary The incumbent will be responsible for all subjects in fourth grade. Gesu is a Catholic school and believes in instilling principles of Christianity in its students; thus, the teacher is expected to understand and to teach principles of religion and faith-based values. The incumbent is expected to communicate with all stakeholders (students, parents, staff, etc.) consistently and effectively in order to build a solid learning environment.

This includes providing academic feedback in the form of progress reports, report cards, phone calls and conferences for all students. The teacher is expected to play a key role in preparing students for middle school and beyond. The teacher will report to work on school days at 7:20 am, and will, as necessary, be expected to attend to various after-school responsibilities including meetings, tutoring, extracurriculars, etc.

Responsibilities

• Prepare coursework and assignments for classes
• Grade tests, essays and reports, and other writing assignments
• Consistently create a high level of active student engagement and student-led learning
• Meet with colleagues to coordinate lesson plans and work with specific subjects of expertise
• Communicate regularly with families and implement clear communication systems
• Hold one-on-one conferences with students to keep them on track as necessary
• Meet with parents or guardians to discuss students’ academic progress, remedial issues and behavior problems when necessary
• Prepare students for standardized testing
• Supervise students during special activities
• Create weekly, monthly and substitute lesson plans
• Prepare students to participate in the Catholic liturgy by teaching them the parts of the Mass
• Care for and teach children of all socio-economic and academic levels and backgrounds
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and confidence; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively
• Create engaging lessons and inspire students to learn
• Follow Michigan and Archdiocese of Detroit standards for fourth grade instruction
• Apply differentiated instruction and assessment that improves achievement for all learners in a learner-centered and collaborative environment
• Use technology to strengthen the teaching/learning process including iPads, Chromebooks, smart boards and online instructional platforms
• Cooperate with school administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive working relationships
• Complete additional administrative, operational, and professional responsibilities and duties as needed, before or after school hours

Required Knowledge,

Skills And Abilities

• Demonstrate the ability to communicate information clearly and effectively to students, staff and stakeholders.
• Exhibit professional, friendly, courteous behavior with students, staff and stakeholders.
• Be familiar with Catholic principles, including the liturgy and sacraments—and/or be willing to learn.
• Possess knowledge of software normally used in an office and a classroom setting and computer skills adequate to perform the tasks associated with the job, as well as an ability to learn new technologies as necessary.
• Have good organizational skills and be detail-oriented.
• Be capable of multitasking, thinking creatively, and working with a sense of mission in order to do the work of the school.
• Strong English verbal and written communication skills.
• Appropriate general knowledge of several subject areas.
• Maintain confidentiality of all information obtained during the performance of duties. Use…