Long-Term Substitute Classroom Teacher - Science

Position Purpose

ard Catholic School, our Catholic Faith is central to all learning. St. Edward seeks teachers who are active in their Catholic Faith and desire a renewal of Catholic education. St. Edward seeks teachers who not only challenge students to reach their intellectual potential but also instill in them a love for what is true, good, and beautiful.

St. Edward Catholic School seeks a long-term substitute teachers to serve in Science classrooms. Substitute teachers are responsible for implementing teacher lesson plans and monitoring students to maintain a challenging and stable environment while the permanent teacher is away. The desired candidate will be fully rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition and fidelity to Church teaching.

The ideal candidate should understand how a comprehensive Catholic worldview permeates the classroom environment. In addition to accepting and promoting Church teaching on faith and morals, the ideal candidate is committed to upholding the Tradition of the Church, holding fast to the deposit of faith, and living as a witness to Christ.

• Supports and implements the philosophy of Catholic Education.
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values.
• Participates in building faith community.
• Grows in personal faith life through continued study.

Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other Catholic Schools Office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

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The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.

Travels to professional meetings as required.

• Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiates instruction based upon student learning styles.
• Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis and the formulation of action plans.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Ability to use computer network system and software applications as needed.
• Ability to organize and coordinate work.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
• 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 of work.

Works in standard office and school building environments.

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Also see the Summary of Physical, Sensory and Environmental Requirements Needed to Perform Essential Job Duties for this position.

• Texas State Certification as an Elementary Teacher
• Texas State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred.

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus.