Long Term 4th Grade Substitute Teacher

Teaching Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned to the Common Core and California State standards as well as the Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards
• Establish a positive classroom culture and maintain strong classroom management to maximize instructional time
• Differentiate classroom instruction to meet the needs of all learners
• Skillfully use technology to accomplish learning goals and increase student engagement
• Evaluate students' academic and social growth, keep appropriate records, prepare progress reports and report cards (grades)
• Communicate regularly with parents and guardians on student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues to improve instructional practices throughout the school and share best practices
• Actively participate in ongoing professional development

Administrative/Other Responsibilities

• Return voice-mail/e-mail messages in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with parents
• Maintain a neat and orderly classroom
• Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents
• Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations
• Supervise playground and other areas of duty as the role may require
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Religious Qualifications: Active, practicing Roman Catholic (preferred)
• Basic Catechetical Certification (preferred)
• Professional Qualifications: A Bachelor’s Degree, Successful experience in student teaching or classroom teaching, A single subject or multi subject credential preferred, but not required, Positive references and recommendations, A Clear criminal background check, A basic understanding and acceptance of Catholic School philosophy, goals, and objectives, Understanding of child development and skills necessary to relate to the students, Appropriate control and discipline techniques, which will enhance the learning environment
• Physical Requirements: Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating, Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc., Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces, Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending, Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class, Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

Benefits

St. Pius X Catholic School, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.