Teacher - 6th Grade Math and Science

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with school and diocesan standards.
• Integrate Catholic faith and values into all aspects of teaching and classroom life.
• Foster a warm, structured, and engaging learning environment that supports both academic rigor and faith formation.
• Maintain effective classroom management to ensure class time is productive and conducive to learning.
• Achieve ongoing learning growth of students through formative and summative means.
• Communicate effectively and in a timely manner with parents, administration, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the mission and success of all students.
• Collaborate with peers to support instructional planning.
• Participate actively in school events, and demonstrate commitment to professional growth by attending professional development sessions.
• Effectively use instructional technology and other educational tools to enhance and extend instruction.
• Supervise campus areas as assigned, including hall monitoring and traffic management duties.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding school matters.
• Demonstrate a commitment to ethical standards to advance the charism, philosophy, mission, vision, and goals, of the school.
• Adhere to the policies and procedures of the Diocesan Employee Handbook.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Education or related field.
• Valid California Teaching Credential or equivalent (or in process).
• 1+ years of teaching experience working with elementary school aged children.
• Strong communication, organization, and classroom management skills.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time with frequent walking and movement around the classroom, campus or office facilities to support programs and operational needs.
• Speak clearly and project your voice to communicate with the classroom as a group, individual students, parents, colleagues, and fellow staff members.
• Manual dexterity required for operating office/instructional equipment, preparing materials, and managing paperwork.
• Visual and auditory ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and visitors in person, via email, and by phone.
• Maintain visual and auditory awareness to monitor student activities, read materials, and respond to classroom situations.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds, such as materials, supplies, and event equipment.

Application Procedure

If you wish to be considered for this position, please email your resume and cover letter to Elise Trent, Director of Human Resources at St. Junipero Serra Catholic School at etrent@serraschool.org.