Long-Term Substitute Teacher for Math (Grades 6-8) and/or Learning Support

Diocese of San Diego•La Mesa, CA

62d•$32 - $38•Onsite

About The Position

St. Martin of Tours Academy is seeking a qualified, experienced and passionate educator who is deeply committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking leaders to serve our future Church and our world. St. Martin of Tours Academy is a parish school located in La Mesa, California. This is a long-term substitute teaching position that could lead to a permanent teaching (and full-time) position. Additionally, this single position could be split into two separate positions if there is a candidate interested in just one (but not both) of the teaching areas (hours/week would be adjusted accordingly). Math Teaching Responsibilities Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to the Common Core and California State standards as well as the Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards Adapt a math curriculum for individual, small group, and remedial instruction to meet the needs of identified students or subgroups of students Evaluate the academic and social growth of students Establish a positive classroom culture and maintain strong classroom management to maximize instructional time Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of all learners Regularly collect and analyze data to inform and adjust instruction Skillfully use technology to accomplish learning goals and increase student engagement Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports and report cards (grades) Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on student progress Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school and share best practices Actively participate in ongoing professional development Learning Support Responsibilities Collaborate with teachers to identify students who require additional support and develop individual learning plans (ILPs) to address their specific needs Provide support to teachers on effective instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications for diverse learners Coordinate and oversee the profusion of accommodations and support services, such as extra time on assessments, assistive technology, and specialized instruction Serve as a resource and advocate for students with learning differences, ensuring that their needs are understood and addressed in the classroom and throughout the school community Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify students' strengths, challenges, and progress, and use this data to inform instructional planning and decision-making Collaborate with parents to communicate student progress, discuss concerns, and provide resources and strategies for supporting their child's learning at home Work closely with the school's support staff/aides to address the social and emotional needs of students with learning differences Stay current on research, best practices, and legal requirements related to special education and learning support services and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines Foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and respect within the school community, celebrating the unique gifts and contributions of each student Supervise students in classrooms and schoolyards, as needed Consistently enforce administration's policies and rules governing students Participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding student progress or problems, as needed Use Google Platform, computers, and other electronic equipment Other duties as assigned by Principal

Requirements

Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)
Respects and understands a Catholic school philosophy
A Bachelor's degree
A cleared California single or multiple-subject teaching credential (preferred; not required)
Clear criminal background check (a clear Livescan for the Diocese of San Diego is a condition of employment)
Positive professional references and recommendations
Experience teaching in a middle or elementary school classroom
Understanding of child development and skills necessary to relate to the students
Appropriate classroom management and discipline techniques, which will enhance the learning environment and positive interactions with students
Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
Sit on an occasional basis
Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms
The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events.
The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

Nice To Haves

Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)
A cleared California single or multiple-subject teaching credential (preferred; not required)

Responsibilities

Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to the Common Core and California State standards as well as the Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards
Adapt a math curriculum for individual, small group, and remedial instruction to meet the needs of identified students or subgroups of students
Evaluate the academic and social growth of students
Establish a positive classroom culture and maintain strong classroom management to maximize instructional time
Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of all learners
Regularly collect and analyze data to inform and adjust instruction
Skillfully use technology to accomplish learning goals and increase student engagement
Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports and report cards (grades)
Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on student progress
Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school and share best practices
Actively participate in ongoing professional development
Collaborate with teachers to identify students who require additional support and develop individual learning plans (ILPs) to address their specific needs
Provide support to teachers on effective instructional strategies, accommodations, and modifications for diverse learners
Coordinate and oversee the profusion of accommodations and support services, such as extra time on assessments, assistive technology, and specialized instruction
Serve as a resource and advocate for students with learning differences, ensuring that their needs are understood and addressed in the classroom and throughout the school community
Conduct assessments and evaluations to identify students' strengths, challenges, and progress, and use this data to inform instructional planning and decision-making
Collaborate with parents to communicate student progress, discuss concerns, and provide resources and strategies for supporting their child's learning at home
Work closely with the school's support staff/aides to address the social and emotional needs of students with learning differences
Stay current on research, best practices, and legal requirements related to special education and learning support services and ensure compliance with relevant regulations and guidelines
Foster a culture of inclusion, diversity, and respect within the school community, celebrating the unique gifts and contributions of each student
Supervise students in classrooms and schoolyards, as needed
Consistently enforce administration's policies and rules governing students
Participate in teacher-parent conferences regarding student progress or problems, as needed
Use Google Platform, computers, and other electronic equipment
Other duties as assigned by Principal
Return voice-mail/e-mail messages in a timely manner
Communicate regularly with parents
Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents
Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations
Supervise playground and other areas of duty as the role may require