Classroom Teacher: 7th & 8th Grade Science
Fort Worth
Job Description Job Description Job Summary: The teacher fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by providing engaging and active instruction, possessing content knowledge and teaching experience, and nurturing the students’ sense of wonder and natural curiosity. The ideal applicant should understand how a Catholic worldview permeates the curriculum and instruction, understand the role of the moral imagination to elementary education, and be an intentional disciple of Christ committed to providing a Gospel witness. Experience, knowledge, and understanding of classical education and curriculum preferred. Candidates must also possess excellent classroom management skills and be able to engage students with different learning styles.
Essential job functions:
Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese
Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Diocese Employee Handbook
Plans for instruction with logically sequenced objectives, based on adopted curriculum and submitted according to the local school policy
Provides appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning
Uses effective instructional methods/models according to professional standard practice
Uses varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments
Provides instruction and assessment for understanding
Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
Practices positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom
Communicates with parents regarding academic, behavioral, or safety concerns
Meets staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese/local administration
Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
Important job functions: Collaborates with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning
Conferences with parents upon request and responds to messages in a timely manner
Demonstrates gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals
Demonstrates a willingness to respond to individual learning needs
Minimum qualifications:Education/Certification: Bachelor’s degree
Meets the minimum requirements for teaching field as set forth by the Diocese and TCCED
Experience: None required
Knowledge, abilities, and skills: Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum differentiation
Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
Able to manage student behavior in classroom setting
Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
Able to work well with others in the school community
Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction
Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
Skill in job appropriate technology
Skill in critical thinking and planning
Working Conditions: Required to work some nights and weekends
Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
Required to teach a minimum of a full school day
Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions
Mental/Physical Demands: Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment to a minimum of 35 pounds
Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather