Elementary Classroom Teacher

Description

Reports to: Administration

Employment Type: Full Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

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

Primary Responsibilities

 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
• Developing and planning lesson plans aligned to the Common Core State  Standards and Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards
• 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
• Prepares progress reports and report cards
• Maintains strong classroom management to maximize instructional time
• Differentiation including remediation and enrichment  
• 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 
• Attends grade level traditional and standard based field trips (some are overnight)
• Advances educational knowledge by attending conferences, professional development opportunities, and reading educational materials/resources
• Effectively integrates technology into teaching and learning activities as an educational tool
• Comply with school regulations and policies and serve as a positive role model  for students in accordance with Catholic teachings 

Administrative/ Other Responsibilities

• 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
• Supervise lunch tables, playground and other areas of duty the role may require  

Requirements

Religious

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

Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree
• 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)
• 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 will enhance the learning  environment
• Strong written, pragmatic and expressive communication skills 
• Can-do, positive attitude
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with colleagues and parents
• Strong work ethic and follow through  

Physical Demands

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 around the school campus. 
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving desks, chairs and furniture.
• It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry items weighing up to 25 pounds.

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of 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.

The Catholic Diocese of San Diego is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.