Intermediate Reading Classroom Teacher

Overview

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School seeks a responsible, energetic and nurturing individual who has experience in the intermediate/elementary level of education (grades 2nd-5th). The position will facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing Archdiocesan 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 and goals.

St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School
6802 Buffalo Speedway
Houston TX 77025

• Category:
  Full-time hourly contract basis
• Pay Rate: depending on education & experience
• Reports To:
  
  School Principal
• Work Year: school days Aug.
  
  - May with some additional training days
• Specific Days Needed: M, T, W, Th, F (any one or more)
• Min./Max. Hours per week: 40
• Job
  
  Hours:
  
  7:30 AM – 3:30 PM (additional hours may be added for meetings, etc)

• Commitment to the philosophy of Catholic education
• Commitment to the Mission of St. Vincent de Paul Catholic School
• Minimum of a four-year B.A./B.S. Degree
• Commitment to student growth and success
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team member
• Proficiency in technology
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to maintain accurate records and confidentiality

• State Teacher Certification in appropriate grade level
• Three years teaching experience; elementary classroom experience preferred
• Catechist certification
• Safe Haven training

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and group instruction and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual students' needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in responsible digital citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws and administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and stay current in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Agrees to acquire professional knowledge in the area of Catholic Church teachings.
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students  education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school s standards as outlined in the Student & Faculty Handbooks and maintains standards of pupil behavior to achieve a functional learning atmosphere.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with testing programs.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, and ability to differentiate instruction based on student learning styles.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents in person, electronically, and in writing.
• Ability to engage in self-evaluation with regard to performance and professional growth.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course…