Junior High; 6th - 8th grade) School Math Instructor

Description

Reports to: Principal

Employment Type: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Rate: $52,000-$56,000 based on experience and education

The teacher services the school/students in an instructional capacity and performs the specific duties assigned by the administration of the school.

• Provides grade appropriate instructional program
• Planning and delivering engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons
• Incorporate Catholic teachings, values and traditions into daily instruction and classroom activities
• Classroom preparation
• Assessment of student performance through summative and formative assessments
• Classroom management
• Differentiation including remediation and enrichment
• Facilitating on or off-site field trips that enhance the curriculum
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes respect, empathy and compassion
• Supervises students in and outside the classroom
• Participates in faculty meetings, school committees, and in-services
• Attends other school functions and activities as necessary
• Advances educational knowledge by attending conferences, professional development opportunities, and reading educational materials/resources
• Effectively integrate technology into teaching and learning activities as an educational tool
• Other duties as assigned
• Comply with school regulations and policies and serve as a positive role model for students in accordance with Catholic teachings

• Return voicemail/email messages in a timely manner, within 24 hours
• Communicate regularly with parents (includes parent/teacher conferences) regarding student’s academic progress, behavior, concerns and positives
• Disseminate a weekly newsletter to families and co-workers supporting the class
• Submit assessment data to Data Committee in a timely manner
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents
• Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations
• Serve on various committees and teams with colleagues throughout the school year

• Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)
• Basic Catechetical Certification (preferred)
• Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Education and/or experience in Curriculum Area
• Successful experience in student teaching or classroom teaching
• Preliminary Teaching Credential working toward a Clear Credential
• Positive references and recommendations
• Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for the Diocese of San Diego is a condition of employment)
• Demonstrate high ethical and professional demeanor
• CPR and First Aid upon hire
• Cleared TB test to work in a Licensed Childcare Facility
• Completion of the Diocesan Safe Environment Protocol upon hire
• Basic understanding and acceptance of Catholic School philosophy, goals and objectives
• Education and training in elementary educational methods and subject areas
• Understanding of child development and skills necessary to relate to the students
• Appropriate classroom management, which enhances the learning environment
• Strong written, pragmatic and expressive communication skills
• Can-do, positive attitude
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively

To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
• Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or…