5th Grade English/Religion Teacher

Basic Job Description

Teach pupils at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills in keeping with the school's Catholic character and Gospel values.

Reports To

Principal

Tasks/Responsibilities for: "Elementary School Teacher"

• Establish and enforce rules and procedures to maintain order among the students for whom they are responsible.
• Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
• Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
• Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
• Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
• Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
• Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states, diocese, and schools.
• Assign and grade class work and homework.
• Read books to entire classes or small groups.
• Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments to evaluate students' progress.
• Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
• Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress and determine their priorities and resource needs.
• Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, diocesan policies, and administrative regulations.
• Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
• Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
• Encourage students to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
• Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental, and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
• Supervise, monitor, and provide assistance to teacher assistants and volunteers.
• Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities to facilitate their participation in focused, complex play.
• Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
• Prepare and supervise students for Mass and other sacramental preparation.

Abilities Needed for: "Elementary School Teacher"

• Oral Expression
• Problem Sensitivity
• Oral Comprehension
• Speech Clarity
• Speech Recognition
• Written Comprehension
• Written Expression
• Deductive Reasoning
• Inductive Reasoning
• Information Ordering
• Originality
• Near Vision
• Selective Attention
• Category Flexibility
• Flexibility of Closure

Work Environment

• The physical demands described here are representative of those required to perform the essential functions of this job.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Required)

• Must possess a Bachelor's degree or higher, preferably in education, English, or a related field.
• An active teaching certification is preferred. Otherwise, be willing to work towards obtaining one.
• Prior teaching experience preferred.
• Must possess the ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
• Must comply with PA State clearance requirements.
• Must be a Catholic in good standing.