Teacher-Elementary

Diocese of San José•Los Gatos, CA

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is more than a job; it's an opportunity to be part of a team that spreads the light and love of Jesus Christ throughout the Diocese. The role involves designing and implementing curriculum, instruction, and assessments aligned with designated standards and research-based practices. It requires utilizing assessment data to support student learning, modeling a faith-filled Catholic environment, and maintaining strong classroom management. The teacher will meet the academic and socio-emotional needs of diverse learners, implement school-wide systems, and engage in professional learning sessions. Collaboration with colleagues, communication with parents, and covering assigned staff duties are also key responsibilities. The role demands professionalism, support for school philosophy and policies, and ensuring student health, safety, and welfare. A strong understanding and acceptance of the Catholic Church's mission, teachings, and values are essential, acting as a Minister of the Faith.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree is required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills with an ability to effectively communicate with all stakeholders of the school.
English, required.
Proficient at word processing, presentation, and electronic mail applications.
Experience with school information systems (SIS).
Sitting, standing, walking, reaching, lifting, repetitive motion, bending, stooping, crouching, climbing, stretching, twisting.
Can operate standard office equipment such as copiers, fax machines, personal computer, telephone, and alarm system.
Can lift 10 lbs. in compliance with safety standards.
Must have an understanding and acceptance for the mission of the Catholic Church.
Must support the teachings and values of the Catholic Church and its mission and act as a Minister of the Faith.

Nice To Haves

A valid CA teaching credential preferred.
Master’s degree in an educational field, preferred.
Experience in Catholic education, preferred.
Leadership Skills: Coaching/Mentoring
Knowledge of first-aid procedures.

Responsibilities

Design and implement curriculum, instruction, and assessments aligned with the designated standards and research-based practices.
Utilize assessment data to implement responsive instructional interventions to support the learning of every student.
Model and be supportive of a faith-filled Catholic environment in both words and actions.
Maintain and demonstrate strong classroom management skills in accordance with the school’s philosophy and classroom rules to support a safe, positive, productive learning environment.
Meet the academic and socio-emotional needs of diverse learners, approaching students from an asset perspective.
Implement school-wide systems outlined by the school administration.
Engage in all collaborative and professional learning sessions scheduled by the school and Department of Catholic Schools.
Collaborate with school employees.
Communicate and partner with parents on a regular basis.
Cover assigned staff duties, including recess supervision, as well as other duties that may be assigned from time to time by the school administration.
Maintain absolute confidentiality over student and institutional information.
Act as a role model of professionalism in a Catholic environment.
Support the philosophy, policies, and goals of the school, as well as the decisions made by the Principal and Administrators.
Ensure the health, safety, and welfare of all students.
Adhere to all policies and procedures as outlined in the parent/student handbook and employee handbook.
Work as part of a team.
Attend faculty, administrative, and all other meetings as needed.