Grade 5 Teacher

• Location 11 WHITTLESEY AVE,Wallingford, CT, ,United States
• Base Pay $35,000.00 - $40,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Grade 5 Teacher, Catholic School Grade 5 Teacher, Full-time Teacher
• Employee Type Exempt
• Manage Others No

Holy Trinity School, in Wallingford, CT, is seeking a full-time Grade 5 teacher. Responsibilities would include creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic growth and performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Holy Trinity School.

The teacher is responsible for the care and education of Grade 5 students. The teacher will plan, implement and evaluate developmentally appropriate lessons in core content areas, including Religion. The teacher performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Holy Trinity School and the Archdiocese of Hartford.

• Plan for and implement instructional methods which motivate and enable each child to achieve learning objectives.
• Establishing and maintaining the environment required to motivate and to enable each child to achieve learning objectives.
• Maintain weekly lesson plans and progress notes that monitor student learning.
• Be diligent about documenting all incidents and noteworthy behaviors.
• Actively participate in all meetings and in-service trainings.
• Strong time management skills.
• Complete and respond to request made by the Principal within 48 hours of a written request.

• Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade levels a plus. Be able to participate in all monthly staff training, staff meetings and recommended educational training courses.
• Be willing to take directions, instruction and be flexible in receiving assignments or adapting to changes in the program. Be willing to perform other duties as required by the Principal and Archdiocese of Hartford.

• Bachelors from an accredited college or university in related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.
• Minimum successful teaching experience of 2 years.
• Hold Teaching Certification.
• Be a practicing Catholic in good standing.
• Use a wide range of teaching methods to enhance each student’s learning abilities.
• Remain in constant communication with parents and update them on the progress of their children/have excellent communication skills.
• Work cooperatively/collaborate with all other teachers and the principal.

• 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.
• 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.

Holy Trinity School Mission Statement

Holy Trinity School, in Wallingford, CT, is seeking a full-time Grade 5 teacher. Responsibilities would include creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic growth and performs all duties and responsibilities in alignment with the mission, vision and values of Holy Trinity School.

Health benefits and retirement options offered to full-time teachers.

This position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-provided life and disability insurance, retirement contribution, paid time off, and paid holidays. Access to a full suite of voluntary, employee-funded benefits to customize your coverage. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, plan terms, and Archdiocesan policies. When determining salaries, the following factors are carefully considered for each individual position: level and scope of responsibilities, required education, required skills and relevant experience, internal and external equity, and the department’s budget.