Certified Teacher - First Grade

Diocese of Tucson•Safford, AZ

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the school principal, the Certified Catholic School Teacher is responsible for supporting the Diocese of Tucson in its mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. The teacher shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, living in a manner worthy of the call received. This role requires a deep commitment to the Catholic mission of the school, including speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The teacher will foster a faith community, lead classroom prayer, and implement both academic and religious curricula. Responsibilities include providing evidence-based instruction, potentially teaching in an online environment, developing effective evaluation methods, and maintaining a positive and disciplined learning environment. Cooperation with administration, adherence to school policies, and maintaining confidentiality are also key aspects of this ministerial position.

Requirements

A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
Excellent communications skills including written, oral, public speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.
Complete a criminal history and background check.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Completed bachelor’s degree or higher.
Certified by the State of Arizona as a Teacher with renewal per state law.
Willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.

Nice To Haves

Has an Arizona Standard Professional Teaching Certificate through the AZ Department of Education that is current and in good standing.
Has an Alternative Teacher Certificate through the AZ Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey; strive to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in, and help plan, School religious and service activities.
Lead and participate in classroom prayer daily.
Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives as adopted by the school, along with a Catholic religious curriculum as articulated by the school.
Demonstrate competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum as specified and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
Provide explicit evidence-based instruction and intensive intervention to students individually and/or in small groups at Tiers 2 and 3 in an MTSS framework.
Ability and willingness to teach in an online learning environment, as needed, to include use of Google classroom or other online platform for teaching and learning.
Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently, clearly, and effectively evaluate student progress.
Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
Cooperate with School and Diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents. Specific attention will be given toward prompt attendance at scheduled faculty training courses and meetings.
At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations.
Maintain confidentiality of information, display sound judgment in dress and general behavior. Specifically, Teacher will follow School dress code standards.
Abide by rules and directives received from the principal; perform other specific duties as assigned.