Third Grade Teacher

Diocese of Tucson•Casa Grande, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Third Grade Teacher supports 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, both academically and behaviorally, and is expected to live in accordance with the call described in Ephesians 4:1. The role requires teaching academic and Catholic religious curricula, planning and delivering lessons, assessing student progress, and maintaining a positive and orderly classroom. The teacher provides evidence-based instruction and intensive Tier 2 and Tier 3 intervention within an MTSS framework, and may teach online as needed using Google Classroom or another platform. The teacher supports the school’s faith community through daily classroom prayer and participation in religious and service activities. The position also involves collaboration with school and diocesan administration, staff, students, and parents; attendance at scheduled faculty training and meetings; and compliance with school policies, confidentiality requirements, dress standards, and directives from the principal. Employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and Arizona state law. The school’s Zero Tolerance Policy prohibits knowingly assigning or retaining anyone determined to have abused a minor or violated boundaries in dealing with minors.

Requirements

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; be a self-starter, well-organized, and a team player.
Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary and have reliable transportation.
Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
Proficiency with computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technology, and ability to maintain confidentiality.
Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a ministerial environment.
Professional bearing and a clean, neat personal appearance.
Complete a criminal history and background check.
Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Completed bachelor’s degree or higher.
Arizona state teacher certification, maintained and renewed according to state law.
Willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.
For the Certified Teacher classification, maintain a current, good-standing Arizona Standard Professional Teaching Certificate or Arizona Alternative Teacher Certificate through the Arizona Department of Education.

Responsibilities

Support and uphold the Catholic mission of the school, speaking, acting, and instructing consistently with Roman Catholic Church teachings.
Model Gospel values and participate in a faith community and the school’s religious and service activities.
Lead and participate in classroom prayer daily.
Plan lessons to achieve the school’s academic goals and objectives and deliver the school’s Catholic religious curriculum.
Teach academic and religious curricula effectively, organize classroom learning and materials, communicate with students, and motivate 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 as needed, using Google Classroom or another online platform.
Evaluate student progress consistently and effectively using methods related to curriculum objectives and taught concepts and skills.
Establish a consistent disciplinary approach, promote student self-direction and positive self-image, set high behavior standards, and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
Cooperate with school and diocesan administration and work effectively with staff to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
Attend scheduled faculty training courses and meetings promptly.
Enforce school policies and regulations and comply with directives from the principal.
Maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment in dress and behavior, including following school dress code standards.
Perform other specific duties as assigned.