Middle School ELA Teacher

Good Shepherd Church•Azalea Park, FL

just now•Onsite

About The Position

The Teacher is responsible to provide an appropriate educational atmosphere which encourages positive student learning and to participate in a dynamic setting with other classroom teachers, administrators, curriculum specialists and other staff members in the development and implementation of the school’s programs and goals. The Diocese of Orlando four core values lay the foundation for the work performed by employees: Authenticity, Respect, Courage, and Commitment. This role involves working with administrators and instructional teams to plan and implement hands-on lesson plans for students, diagnosing and analyzing for the purpose of providing appropriate instruction, and utilizing a variety of instructional techniques to meet the individual needs of students. The teacher will assess student progress, utilize classroom management techniques, and participate in professional development programs. Cooperation with the principal and staff, maintaining accurate student records, and ensuring a safe learning environment are also key responsibilities. The role requires maintaining confidentiality, professional relationships with parents, and encouraging parental involvement. Additionally, the teacher will maintain all required records, assist in the protection of student and school property, stay updated on current technology, monitor students in a testing environment, and perform all tasks in accordance with Diocesan Catholic Schools policies.

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.
The ability to communicate, listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
Strong command of both written and spoken English language.

Nice To Haves

Requires an appreciation and respect for the Catholic Church and its teachings. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their public behavior must not violate the faith, morals or laws of the Church or the policies of the diocese.

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.