Teacher K-8 - Professional Educator

Diocese of Tucson•Sierra Vista, AZ

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Catholic School 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 instruction and personal conduct, consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The teacher plans and delivers academic and religious instruction, provides evidence-based instruction and intensive Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within an MTSS framework, assesses student progress, and maintains an effective classroom environment. The role also involves contributing to the school’s faith community, communicating and collaborating with students, parents, staff, and administrators, and following school and diocesan policies. Teachers may need to teach online and participate in evening or weekend work as necessary. The position requires Arizona teacher certification, a bachelor’s degree or higher, and willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with Catholic values, Church teachings, and Arizona law. A criminal history and background check and a current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card are required.

Requirements

A 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 self-starting, well-organized, and a team player.
Availability for evening and weekend work as necessary and reliable transportation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency with computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility to assess needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
Professional bearing and a clean, neat personal appearance.
Successful completion of a criminal history and background check.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Completed bachelor’s degree or higher.
Current Arizona state teacher certification, maintained and renewed in accordance with state law.
Willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.
Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.
Ability to walk, sit, stand, stoop, reach, talk, handle, hear, carry, and keyboard.

Responsibilities

Support and represent the Catholic mission of the school through speech, conduct, and instruction consistent with Roman Catholic Church teachings.
Model Gospel values and the teachings of Jesus through attitude and example, and support the school’s faith community.
Participate in and help plan school religious and service activities.
Lead and participate in daily classroom prayer.
Plan lessons that implement school academic goals and objectives and the school’s Catholic religious curriculum.
Teach academic and religious curricula effectively, organize classroom learning and materials, and motivate student learning.
Provide explicit evidence-based instruction and intensive individual or small-group interventions for Tier 2 and Tier 3 students within an MTSS framework.
Teach in an online learning environment as needed, using Google Classroom or another platform.
Develop and use evaluations tied to curriculum objectives and taught concepts and skills; communicate student progress consistently and clearly.
Establish a consistent disciplinary approach, promote student self-direction and positive self-image, set high behavior 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 directives from the principal.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in dress and behavior, including compliance with the school dress code.
Perform other specific duties as assigned.
Obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.