26-27 Middle School English Language Arts Teacher

St. Austin Catholic SchoolAustin, TX
Onsite

About The Position

Join the vibrant community at St. Austin Catholic School, located in the heart of downtown Austin, just steps from the University of Texas. Our newly designed 21st-century campus features state-of-the-art facilities that inspire innovative teaching and learning. At St. Austin, you’ll collaborate with a stellar faculty team, benefit from a supportive administration, and engage with an enthusiastic parent community dedicated to student success. If you’re passionate about shaping Christ-centered, academically strong, and moral community leaders, we invite you to make an impact in an environment where your talents will thrive.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in subject taught or related field from an accredited American university or equivalent in a foreign country.
  • 12 credit hours in education courses OR a valid appropriate state certification exam.
  • Must meet the minimum requirements for teaching field as set forth by the Diocese and TCCED.
  • Must submit an Ethics and Integrity in Ministry (EIM) Application for Ministry within the first week of employment, participate in an EIM Basic abuse prevention training workshop within 30 days of submitting a complete Application for Ministry, and maintain EIM compliance during the entire term of employment.
  • Must meet staff development guidelines as set forth by the Diocese and school administration.
  • Must complete Religion Certification Part 1 within two years of the date of hire, completing a minimum of 25 hours each year.
  • Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church.
  • Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods and strategies, and curriculum differentiation.
  • Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior.
  • Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
  • Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction.
  • Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process.
  • Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format.
  • Skill in using job-appropriate technology.
  • Skill in critical thinking and planning.
  • Skill in demonstrating professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits.
  • Skill in collaborating with peers to enhance the work environment and support instructional planning.
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
  • Ability to manage student behavior in classroom setting.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form.
  • Ability to work well with others in the school community.
  • Ability to conference with parents upon request and respond to messages in a timely manner.
  • Ability to demonstrate gains in student performance that are in keeping with school goals.
  • Ability to respond to individual learning needs.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, guide, and evaluate the learning process of students.
  • Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school.
  • Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church.
  • Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school.
  • Plan for instruction with logically sequenced objectives based on adopted curriculum and submit plans according to the school policies.
  • Provide appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning.
  • Use effective instructional methods and models according to professional standard practice.
  • Use varied assessment tools to perform both formative and summative assessments.
  • Provide instruction and assessment for understanding.
  • Maintain current and accurate records according to school policies.
  • Practice positive, consistent discipline in the management of the classroom.
  • Communicate with parents regarding academic, behavioral, and safety concerns.
  • Maintain a work schedule that maximizes availability to students, parents, and staff.
  • Teach other content or enrichment classes as necessary to maintain a full-time teaching status.
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