4th Grade Teacher - Cardinal Hickey Academy - Owings Maryland
Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington · Owings, MD · 2 wk ago
Education$47k–$60k/yrFull-time
About the role
The Catholic elementary school teacher is responsible to deliver instruction that is based on the approved curricula and mission of the school, and to create a safe, orderly and Catholic learning environment for his/her students.
Responsibilities
- 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.
- Create lessons that are learner based.
- Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.
- Create lessons that are learner based.
- Utilize Standardize Test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
- Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
- 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.
- Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
- Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
- Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion and hands-on activities.
- Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guide instruction, individual/ group practice, questioning, demonstration and discovery.
- 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.
- Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
- Communication:
- Maintain a 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.
- 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.
- Maintain a grade book that reflects students’ progress on a variety of formative and summative assessments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree
- Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn their certification)
- Knowledge of child development and supervision
- Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred)
Benefits
The salary range for this position is $47,000 to $60,000 with excellent benefits.