Notre Dame Prep - Teacher; Spanish

Position: Notre Dame Prep - Teacher (Spanish)
Position Summary
The Teacher is responsible for providing high-quality, student-focused instruction to high school students at Notre Dame Prep of Sacred Heart University. This includes planning and delivering engaging lessons, assessing student progress, and fostering an environment that supports both academic and personal growth. Teachers also play a vital role in supporting the school's mission and values, including its Catholic identity, and promoting a positive, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.
Principal

Duties & Responsibilities
Instruction and Curriculum Delivery:

Plan, prepare, and deliver lessons that meet the academic standards and learning objectives for the subject area.
Provide students with a syllabus and instruction that is engaging, differentiated, and adapted to the diverse learning styles and needs of students.
Incorporate technology and other resources into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning.
Foster a classroom environment that encourages critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and student participation.
Assess student understanding through formative and summative assessments, providing feedback that supports student growth.

Classroom Management:

Create and maintain a positive, disciplined, and respectful classroom environment where all students feel safe, valued, and supported.
Set clear behavioral expectations and use consistent methods to address discipline and manage classroom behavior.
Foster student engagement and participation by encouraging respect, collaboration, and responsibility.
Take attendance in each class and report absences to the office.
Provide lesson plans for class coverage when absent.

Student Support and Development:

Support the academic and personal development of each student, providing guidance, encouragement, and constructive feedback.
Meet with students and communicate regularly with parents to discuss academic progress, address concerns, and develop strategies for improvement. Provide regular opportunities for after-school consultation with students.
Identify students who may need additional support and work with counselors, Learning Center staff, or other resources to ensure academic success.
Administer comprehensive exams or approved summative projects in all subject areas at the end of each semester. Time must be devoted to in-class review, and review materials will be provided to students.
Assign homework regularly, keeping in mind that each student is expected to have an appropriate amount of homework based on academic level.
Correct assignments & post student grades electronically in a timely manner. Gradebooks should contain sufficient entries to give parents a clear idea of a student's progress.
Participate in all school-day community activities and school-sponsored extracurricular activities, such as clubs, sports, or student organizations, to contribute to student life.
Participate in online learning days, as designated by the Principal, by posting and grading assignments.

Collaboration and Communication:

Collaborate with colleagues to develop and align curriculum, share best practices, and support student learning across departments.
Attend and actively participate in department meetings, staff meetings, professional development sessions, Back to School Night, parent conferences, and Open House.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date student records, including grades, attendance, and behavior logs.

Professional Development and Growth:

Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance teaching skills, subject knowledge, and understanding of current educational trends. Teachers must complete at least one outside PD opportunity annually.
Stay current with best practices in education, instructional strategies, and technology integration.
Seek out and implement feedback from colleagues and administrators to improve instructional effectiveness.

School Mission and Catholic Identity:

Integrate Catholic teachings and values into the classroom to promote the spiritual, ethical, and moral development of students.
Participate in the spiritual life of the school, including Masses, retreats, and prayer services, as applicable.
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