Middle School Innovation Lab Faculty - Academy of the Sacred Heart

Archdiocese of New Orleans•New Orleans, LA

About The Position

Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans, founded in 1867, is an independent, Catholic, college-prep institution for girls offering 17 years of instruction for toddlers through twelfth grade. Academy of the Sacred Heart is a Network of Sacred Heart school sponsored by the Religious of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ). Job Description The candidate as a Middle School faculty member is directly accountable to the Middle School Division Head. S(he) works with the Division Head, Dean of Students, faculty, students and parents to ensure that the spirit and the life of the school reflect the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart education. S(he): ● Understands, embraces and implements the school's mission and philosophy as written in the Goals and Criteria; participates in the Christ-centered life of the school; and models the school's philosophy in working with students, parents, colleagues and administration. ● Works with the Division Head to execute responsibilities relating to the academic program: curriculum development and implementation, classroom design, classroom management, student evaluation, progress reports and parent communication. ● Works with the counselors and learning specialists to aid students in achieving the maximum development and growth, both within and beyond the classroom, achieved through observation of students' behavior and needs, consultation with the counselors and referrals, when indicated. ● Actively supervises as well as interacts with students while on the play yard. ● Plans and maintains a safe, clean learning environment and in assuring the well-being and safety of the children in his/her care. ● Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with the Division Head, colleagues, volunteers and parents in planning and implementing activities. ● Attends and participates in the following: chapels, liturgical functions, retreats, faculty/department/in-service meetings, grade level meetings, assemblies, parent assemblies, conferences and other school functions, as requested. ● Maintains professional currency by yearly participation in the professional development program (which includes opportunities for attendance at conferences, workshops and educational meetings, and for advanced degree coursework) and by regular reading of educational journals discipline-related materials, and social-emotional best practices ● Leads activities that build relationships in weekly advisory groups ● Agrees to fulfill the terms of the contract of employment.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in content area or Elementary/Middle Education
Master's Degree preferred
At least three years of teaching experience in an early childhood program

Responsibilities

Fosters and facilitates the social, emotional, and intellectual growth of all students and advisees
Instructs students and faculty in innovative and engaging ways
Works collaboratively with faculty in all divisions to integrate Innovation Lab into subject areas
Applies best practices in assigned teaching field
Remains knowledgeable of best practices in maker's spaces
Remains up to date with technology and machinery in Innovation Lab
Maintains safety protocols in Innovation Lab
Maintains equipment and materials in Innovation Lab and maker's space
Collects, analyzes, and shares information regarding student progress and goals for growth
Attends faculty meeting and Professional Learning Community sessions, pursues opportunities for professional development, and contributes to committees on campus
Assists with additional duties as needed, Parent Night, Admission Tours, School Visits, etc.
Models ethical and professional behavior including compliance with the school's technology and social media policy