Middle School Religion and Science Teacher - Saint Peter School, Capitol Hill

Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington•Washington, DC

About The Position

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Planning Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards. Utilize standardize test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction. Plan lessons that are learner based and address the needs of all students. Instruction Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guide instruction, individual/ group practice, questioning, demonstration and discovery. Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion and hands-on activities. Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met. Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met. Assigns class and homework that support the lesson's objective and re-enforces the learning process. Classroom Management Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time. Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive. Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation. Set high expectations for achievement. Assure that Catholic values are the basis of all interactions between students and teacher. Communication Maintain a lesson plans and grade book that reflects students’ progress on a variety of formative and summative assessments. Monitor students’ grades and communicate status to parents and administration. Inform students and parents of assignments/projects and provide detailed written instructions, rubrics and due dates. Routinely post up to date information (homework, projects and grades) to the school’s grade book portal and weekly newsletter. Use email and notes home to inform parents if a student is not making adequate academic or behavior progress. Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavior intervention Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards. Catholic Identity Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices, and tenets of the Catholic faith. Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others. Assist in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, and so on. Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom. Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards. Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required). Non-Instructional Duties Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution (as required). Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required). Attend meetings and other after hour’s school events (as required). Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings. While a conscientious effort has been made to include all duties and expectations of the Archdiocese of Washington teacher, the above is not all inclusive and the position’s duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia (candidates have five years from hire to earn their certification)
Must obtain religious certification. (as required)
Knowledge of child development and supervision

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in an elementary and or middle school setting (preferred)

Responsibilities

Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
Utilize standardize test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
Plan lessons that are learner based and address the needs of all students.
Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guide instruction, individual/ group practice, questioning, demonstration and discovery.
Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion and hands-on activities.
Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
Assigns class and homework that support the lesson's objective and re-enforces the learning process.
Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive.
Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
Set high expectations for achievement.
Assure that Catholic values are the basis of all interactions between students and teacher.
Maintain a lesson plans and grade book that reflects students’ progress on a variety of formative and summative assessments.
Monitor students’ grades and communicate status to parents and administration.
Inform students and parents of assignments/projects and provide detailed written instructions, rubrics and due dates.
Routinely post up to date information (homework, projects and grades) to the school’s grade book portal and weekly newsletter.
Use email and notes home to inform parents if a student is not making adequate academic or behavior progress.
Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavior intervention
Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices, and tenets of the Catholic faith.
Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others.
Assist in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, and so on.
Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).
Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
Attend meetings and other after hour’s school events (as required).
Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.