Teacher - 3rd Grade

Description: Catholic Elementary Classroom Teacher

Position Purpose
The essential role of the Catholic school teacher is to bear witness to the Gospel message and to lead students in reflecting on a Christian approach to life, while building the faith community.  A teacher should provide students with opportunities to develop their gifts as peacemakers and stewards for the service of the world community. This role is accomplished through instructional techniques and interactive processes that enable students to use their creative talents to become Catholic adults in the 21st century who are problem solvers and makers of just decisions.

Under the general supervision of the School Principal, to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing Diocese approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.

Essential Functions
Share and support the school's mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives (copies provided by the principal).
Develops and administers the elementary school curriculum consistent with Diocesan goals and objectives.
Assist students, colleagues, principal, and parents in creating a school climate that fosters growth in faith, academics, and citizenship.
Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction, as well as student learning and achievement.
Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences to best utilize the available time for instruction
Teach Catholic values and stories of faith with commitment in the daily curriculum.
Develop formal and informal prayer experiences.  Cooperatively plan assigned liturgies and prayer services with the religion coordinator and other personnel.
Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement,t and attendance.
Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
Ensures that student conduct conforms with the school's standards and policies, and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
Supervises students in activities that take place outside the classroom during the school day, including those involving school transportation.
Administers standardized tests following Diocesan testing programs.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiating instruction based upon student learning styles.
Knowledge of Catholic Doctrine and witness of Gospel values
Knowledge of elementary school curriculum and concepts.
Knowledge of data information systems, data analysis, and the formulation of action plans.
Ability to use computer network systems and software applications as needed.
Ability to organize and coordinate work.
Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
Ability to handle confidential and/or official information with discretion.
Ability to engage in self-evaluation concerning performance and professional growth.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others contacted in the course of work.
Professionalism in attire, communication, and demeanor
Qualifications Profile
Illinois State License in the appropriate grade level preferred.
Bachelor's from an accredited college or university in Elementary Education or a related discipline applicable to teaching assignment.

Position Details:

Salary: $31,900–$46,600