Long Term Sub: High School Theology (2nd semester)

Hill-Murray School•North Saint Paul, MN

13d

About The Position

Reporting to the Vice President for Mission, we are currently searching for a Long-Term substitute to teach High School Theology . Classroom teachers are directly responsible for the relevance of the curriculum, the art of facilitating learning, and the academic support to deliver assurance to each student entrusted to their care in the classroom.All Hill-Murray employees are expected to support, model, and champion Hill-Murray's mission statement: Hill-Murray empowers students to reach their fullest potential by inspiring them to utilize their God-given strengths to become leaders who will make a positive difference in the world.

Responsibilities

Create and deliver effective individualized instruction to meet the course instructional goals.
Design and provide engaging learning opportunities that inspire learners of all styles and types, appropriate for the subject and the developmental needs of students. This would include differentiating and modifying classroom instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
Foster positive and caring relationships with students.
Maintain appropriate and professional boundaries.
Utilize classroom technology as an effective instructional and learning tool.
Create and maintain class pages in the learning management system (Final Site). Update with pertinent information related to course expectations, curriculum, content, assignments, and the class calendar, including due dates and test and quiz dates. Updates should occur at least once a week.
Participate with your department in the curriculum review process to ensure that the content of the courses you teach is consistent with the school's vision. Work cooperatively to make relevant changes to core and elective content areas.
Strive to be a positive team member within your department by actively engaging in your learning community and the broader school community.
Create a respectful, challenging, and dynamic learning environment where all students can learn, utilizing effective strategies for classroom management and student accountability.
Utilize formative and summative assessments of student learning. Provide specific, timely, and productive feedback to students and parents.
Maintain accurate records of student achievement, attendance, and adherence to school policies.
Provide clear, consistent, and timely communication with parents regarding student academic progress through email, voicemail, and parent-teacher meetings. Update Infinite Campus weekly. Return any inquiry within 24 hours.
Provide appropriate student supervision as assigned or needed for the efficient and safe operation of the school, including school hallways, assigned supervision responsibilities, assemblies, liturgies, pep fests, etc., and other school settings. Professional responsibility includes attending the following: Mass, pep fests, prayer services, etc.
Contribute to the school's faith community by modeling your personal faith and actively participating in the school's faith life. Maintain a prayerful environment in your classroom during prayer and in your assigned area during Mass and prayer services.
Demonstrate punctual attendance and active participation for all classes, faculty meetings, department meetings, AdvancEd initiatives, teacher in-services, parent-teacher conferences, open houses, and other school events, as assigned. Work collaboratively to be an influential member of the community.
Collaborate with colleagues, administration, and other faculty members on curriculum development, student issues, school improvement committees, etc., as assigned. Maintain respectful and supportive relationships with all Hill-Murray faculty and staff members.
Familiarize yourself with all aspects of the Employee Handbook and the Student Handbook. Perform the duties and tasks outlined in these two documents consistently on a daily basis. Maintain a professional appearance consistent with the guidelines outlined in the employee handbook.