Elementary Teacher (Intermediate Grades)

Holy Family Catholic Church•Orlando, FL

128d•Onsite

About The Position

This role involves working with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on lesson plans for students. The teacher will diagnose and analyze student needs to provide appropriate instruction, utilizing a variety of techniques to meet individual needs. Responsibilities include assessing student progress according to Diocese of Orlando procedures, employing effective classroom management, and participating in professional development programs. The teacher will also cooperate with the principal and staff on school activities, maintain accurate student records, and ensure a safe learning environment. Confidentiality, professional relationships with parents, and encouraging parental involvement are key aspects of this position. The role also requires staying updated on current technology used by Diocese Catholic Schools and performing other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Must have a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university or college that is recognized as acceptable for Florida certification.
Must hold or obtain a Professional Certificate in subject area taught within three years of hire.
Documented progress towards certification must be made within the first year of hire and filed in school personnel file; otherwise teaching contract cannot be renewed.
Must hold or obtain Faith Fit Enrichment Certification in Levels 1, 2, and 3 within three years of hire and continue ongoing enrichment.

Responsibilities

Works with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on lesson plans for students.
Diagnoses and analyzes for the purpose of providing appropriate instruction.
Utilizes a variety of instructional techniques to meet the individual needs of students.
Assesses student progress in accordance with the approved procedures of the Diocese of Orlando.
Utilizes classroom management techniques conducive to an effective classroom climate.
Participates in the Diocese of Orlando Diocesan Catechist Certification Program and in the school-sponsored professional development programs.
Cooperates with the principal and staff members in school-related meetings, activities and projects.
Maintains accurate student academic records and attendance records.
Maintains a safe, orderly and secure learning and working environment.
Participates in the performance review based upon the implementation of the general responsibilities of a professional educator in a school.
Maintains confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters.
Maintains professional relationship between school and parents.
Maintains contact with parents through parent-teacher conferences, telephone, or written communications.
Encourages parental involvement through school activities, connecting home and school.
Maintains all records as required, including but not limited to grade books, attendance records and student progress reports.
Assists in the protection of student and school property.
Keeps up to date on current technology, as job appropriate, being used by Diocese Catholic Schools.
Monitors students in a testing environment.
Maintains timely and accurate information relevant to their job responsibilities.
Performs all tasks in accordance with Diocesan Catholic Schools policies.
Performs other duties as assigned by the principal.