PT Learning Support Coordinator

Overview

The principal duty of all employees is to assist in the mission of the Church in the Diocese of Fort Worth. This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
• Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Diocese Employee Handbook
• Plans for instruction with logically sequenced objectives, based on adopted curriculum and submitted according to the local school policy
• Provides appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning
• Uses effective instructional methods/models according to professional standard practice
• Uses varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments
• Provides instruction and assessment for understanding
• Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
• Practices positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom
• Proactively communicates with parents regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns
• Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
• Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner
• Demonstrates gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals
• Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
• Responsible for all other projects, tasks, committees, etc., as assigned

Minimal Decisions and/or Recommendations Made in This Position

Moderate Supervision Given and/or Received

• Diocese Pastors, Priests, Principals, Business Managers, and employees

• Parents, parishioners, alumni, diocesan vendors, local, state, and federal agency representatives, and auditors

• This position works in a typical school environment but is subject to stress due to the evolving and quickly expanding needs of the Diocese, tight deadlines, and moderate workloads
• Ability to sit and perform computer work for lengthy periods of time
• Able to access and maintain centralized departmental files. Involves extending arms and reaching files stored in multiple levels on shelves, climbing up a stepladder to access files
• Ability to accept work interruptions while remaining focused on duties
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance and up to 60 pounds with assistance
• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to teach per school schedule
• Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions
• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather

• Infrequent travel, by car, may be required to Diocese Parishes and/or schools

• Meets the minimum requirements for the teaching field as set forth by the Diocese and TCCB ED

• Demonstrates a passion for working with children and fostering their holistic development
• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum
• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Differentiation in target languages
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
• Able to manage student behavior in classroom setting
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form in both targeted language(s)
• Able to work well with others in the school community
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities effectively
• Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction
• Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
• Skill in job appropriate technology
• Skill in critical thinking and planning
• Detail oriented and organized
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn
• Demonstrated history of good judgment
• Demonstrated aptitude for adaptability and flexibility
• Works well in a team…