Second Grade Teacher

Diocese of Tucson•Casa Grande, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Anthony of Padua Catholic School seeks a certified second-grade teacher to support the Diocese of Tucson’s mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic school environment. Under the direction of the school principal, the teacher serves as a minister of the Gospel and Catholic teaching through academic instruction and personal conduct, consistent with the teachings and values of the Roman Catholic Church. The teacher plans and delivers academic and Catholic religious instruction, assesses student progress, and supports students through evidence-based instruction and intensive Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within an MTSS framework. The role includes leading daily classroom prayer, contributing to religious and service activities, maintaining a positive and orderly learning environment, and working collaboratively with students, families, staff, and school and diocesan administration. The teacher must be willing to teach online when needed, including through Google Classroom or another online platform. The position requires a current Arizona teaching certificate, a completed bachelor’s degree or higher, and a willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification. Employees are expected to follow school policies and the school dress code, maintain confidentiality, and conduct themselves in accordance with Catholic Church teachings and Arizona state law. A criminal history and background check and a current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card are required.

Requirements

Completed bachelor’s degree or higher.
Current Arizona state teacher certification, maintained and renewed according to state law; the posting describes an Arizona Standard Professional Teaching Certificate or an Alternative Teacher Certificate.
Working knowledge of and strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
If baptized Catholic, be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
Excellent written, oral, public-speaking, and presentation skills.
Excellent human-relations and interpersonal skills; ability to work as a team player, take initiative, and stay well organized.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and adapt to changing needs and strategies in a ministerial environment.
Proficiency with computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technology.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional bearing and a clean, neat personal appearance.
Complete a criminal history and background check.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.
Availability for evening and weekend work as necessary and reliable transportation.
Ability to perform the required activities of walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Responsibilities

Support the school’s Catholic mission and teach and conduct oneself consistently with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
Model Gospel values and Jesus’ teachings through attitude and example, and demonstrate commitment to a personal faith journey and faith community.
Participate in and help plan school religious and service activities; lead and participate in classroom prayer daily.
Plan lessons that implement the school’s academic goals and objectives and Catholic religious curriculum.
Teach academic and religious curricula using current subject knowledge, effective classroom organization, and approaches that motivate student learning.
Provide explicit evidence-based instruction and intensive individual or small-group Tier 2 and Tier 3 interventions within an MTSS framework.
Teach in an online learning environment when needed, using Google Classroom or another online platform.
Evaluate student progress consistently and clearly using methods aligned with curriculum objectives and taught concepts and skills.
Establish a consistent disciplinary approach, set high standards for behavior, promote student self-direction and positive self-image, and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
Work cooperatively with school and diocesan administration and staff, and promote positive relationships with students and parents.
Attend scheduled faculty training courses and meetings promptly.
Enforce school policies and regulations, follow the principal’s directives, maintain confidentiality, and exercise sound professional judgment in dress and conduct.
Perform other specific duties as assigned.