Catholic School Teacher- Part time

Diocese of Tucson•Yuma, AZ

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Part Time Catholic School P.E. Teacher supports the Diocese of Tucson’s mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic school environment. Under the direction of the school principal, the teacher serves as a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching through academic and behavioral conduct at work and in personal life. The role requires consistency with Roman Catholic Church teachings and active support of the school’s Catholic mission. The teacher plans and delivers lessons aligned with the school’s academic goals and Catholic religious curriculum, teaches and evaluates student learning, provides evidence-based instruction and intervention, and maintains a positive, orderly learning environment. The teacher also participates in school religious and service activities, collaborates with school and diocesan staff, communicates with students and parents, and follows school policies and directives. The position is classified as a non-certified professional educator and is non-exempt.

Requirements

Completed bachelor’s degree or higher; transcripts must be submitted.
Working knowledge of and strong commitment to fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
If baptized Catholic, be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
Excellent written, oral, public-speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent interpersonal and human-relations skills; be organized, self-starting, and a team player.
Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary and have reliable transportation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency with computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a ministerial environment.
Professional bearing and a clean, neat personal appearance.
Complete a criminal history and background check.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.
Ability to demonstrate coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Ability to perform required activities including walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.

Responsibilities

Support the school’s Catholic mission and ensure speech, conduct, and instruction are consistent with Roman Catholic Church teachings.
Model Gospel values and participate in a faith community and personal faith journey.
Participate in and help plan school religious and service activities.
Lead and participate in daily classroom prayer.
Prepare lessons that implement school academic goals and objectives and the Catholic religious curriculum.
Demonstrate knowledge of academic and religious curricula, communicate effectively with students, organize classroom learning and materials, and motivate student learning.
Provide evidence-based instruction and intensive individual or small-group interventions for students at Tiers 2 and 3 within an MTSS framework.
Teach in an online learning environment as needed, including through Google Classroom or another platform.
Develop and use evaluations aligned with curriculum objectives and taught concepts and skills; clearly and consistently assess student progress.
Establish a consistent disciplinary approach, promote student self-direction and positive self-image, set high behavioral standards, and manage inappropriate behavior.
Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
Cooperate with school and diocesan administration and work effectively with staff to foster positive relationships with students and parents.
Attend scheduled faculty training courses and meetings promptly.
Enforce school policies and regulations and follow the principal’s rules and directives; perform other assigned duties.
Maintain confidentiality, exercise sound judgment in dress and behavior, and follow school dress code standards.