Preschool 4 Lead Teacher - St. Elizabeth School - Rockville Maryland
Responsibilities
- Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
- Plan lessons that are learner based.
- Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.
- 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.
- 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.
- Use email, notes home and phone calls to 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.
- Foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices.
- Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others.
- Aid in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, etc.
- Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
- Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
- Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).
- Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
- Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
- Attend Home and School meetings and other after hour’s school events (as required).
- Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.
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)
Catholic Identity
- Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices.
- Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others.
- Assist in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, etc.
- Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
- Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
- Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).
Benefits
The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $50,000 with outstanding benefits.
Requirements
- Must obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia certification within three years of the date of hire.
- Must obtain required religious certification (as required).
Pay
The salary range for this position is $40,000 to $50,000 with outstanding benefits.
Schedule
This is a full time role and will report to the Principal.
About the Role
The mission of St. Elizabeth Catholic School is to provide the highest quality spiritual formation in an environment that is rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. Toward this end, the administration, faculty, staff, and parents endeavor to live and learn in a community of faith where each individual is recognized, respected, and encouraged to grow. We strive for academic excellence through the creation of a strong curriculum. St. Elizabeth School is committed to the creation of a faith community educated to achieve academic success and to reach out to all people in faith and compassion to bring the message of Jesus Christ.