Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Teacher, Grades 1 - 3

Description

The Lower School Catechesis of the Good Shepherd teacher creates and maintains an effective learning

environment for their students. The teacher knows, assimilates, and fully practices the ideals, principles, and

teaching methodology of integral formation. The teacher carries out his or her work professionally and with a

spirit of initiative, creating an environment of confidence and respect. The Lower School teacher fosters a love

for the truth, and a love for learning, and works to effectively carry out the mission of forming Christian servant

leaders.

Requirements

Qualifications

The Lower School Teacher should meet the following qualifications:

Minimum of the following:

Education

Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Education, preferably Early Childhood (Master’s Degree preferred)

Level 1 CGS Certification

Professional License in Education (preferred)

Specific Responsibilities

The specific responsibilities of the Lower School Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Teacher include, but are not

limited to, the following:

? Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing

consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church

? Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open

to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and

example.

? Plan and carry out lessons in the CGS program according to CGS tradition

? Select and use a variety of learning resources to reach all students

? Implement differentiated instruction techniques to meet the diverse needs of students

? Develop and maintain curriculum map and submit all lesson plans to department chair as directed

? Assess students to evaluate their abilities, strengths, and weaknesses according to the curriculum of CGS

? Communicate areas of student concern to parents in a timely manner

? Communicate areas of concern to Grade Level Supervisor in a timely manner

? Teach students as an entire class or in small groups

? Develop and enforce classroom rules

? Maintain an effective and formative classroom environment according to school guidelines using

appropriate classroom management techniques

? Monitor environment to ensure that it remains clean, safe, and in good condition

? Work directly with Grade Level supervisor and administration to implement a positive school culture

and carry out the mission of forming Christian servant leaders

? Effectively carry out assigned extra duties (when fulltime)

? Maintain a professional demeanor at all times with students

To perform other duties as assigned by the Principal of the school.