General Summary:

To create an educational program and a classroom environment that is fair, is favorable to learning and growth, and is based on a commitment that all children can learn.

Responsibilities:

Classroom

• Organize and supervise assigned classes for optimum educational learning.
• Provide grade appropriate instructional programs.
• Assessment of each student’s performance including testing, teacher observation, interim reports, report cards and parent conferences.
• Communicate with student’s parents so as to assure parents are fully aware of the religious, academic, and social progress being made by each student.
• Follow content and objectives from the school’s established course/subject goals.
• Keep records in accordance with school set policy.
• Supervise students at all times including arrival, lunch, recess and dismissal daily.
• Supervise students during Mass or other liturgical celebrations. All of the teaching staff is expected to participate in religious celebrations.
• See all desks, shelves, and cabinets are in order and report any maintenance needs to the office.
• Keep bulletin boards current and attractive.
• Inform the Principal of any unusual situation or emergency.
• Attend facility meetings and other meetings as needed.
• Lesson planning and class room preparation should be completed within required time frame.
• All other duties as assigned.

Instruction

• Utilize valid teaching techniques to achieve curriculum goals within the framework of school’s philosophy.
• Employ a variety of instructional aids, methods, and materials that will provide for creative teaching to reach the whole child; spiritual, mental, physical, social, and emotional.
• Plan through approved channels the balanced classroom us of field trips, guest speakers, and other media.
• Use homework effectively for drill, review, enrichment, or project work.
• Assess the learning of students on a regular basis and provide progress reports as required.
• Maintain regular and accurate attendance and grade records to meet the demands for a comprehensive knowledge of each student’s progress.
• Keep students, parents, and the administration adequately informed of progress or deficiencies and give sufficient notice of failure.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Understanding of the vision and values of Sacred Heart Southern Missions with a commitment to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Must have a basic understanding and acceptance of Catholic school philosophy, goals, and objectives.
• Must have necessary background and training in elementary/secondary education methods and subject areas.
• Must have understanding of child development and skills necessary to relevant to the grade level being taught.
• Must have appropriate control and discipline techniques, which will enhance the learning situation.
• BA or BS in elementary or secondary education or related field and appropriate state certification.
• MDE certification is required with appropriate endorsement(s) to teach 1st grade
• Ability to work and interact with other staff members to accomplish overall organizational and departmental goals.
• Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication and decision-making skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office programs, especially Word, Excel, Publisher and Outlook; and Google Documents.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision/instruction. Able to establish and meet deadlines.
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

Physical Demands:

Work is generally in a school setting with some outside activities. Some work with computer requires sitting for some periods; using hands to handle objects, lift objects or materials of up to 30 pounds. Moderate walking, stooping, bending, reaching and sitting for extended periods may be required as a normal part of the job. Must be able to use telephone (hear and speak).

Reasonable Accommodations:

To successfully accomplish the essential job functions of the position, the employee must be able to read, write and speak in English, operate a computer and travel throughout a nine county area. Lifting up the thirty pounds is essential for this position; repetitive wrist motion cannot be accommodated.

Salary: Sacred Heart Southern Missions salary scale mirrors that of the Mississippi Department of Education

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Grade levels:

• 1st grade

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

School type:

• Private school

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Preferred)
• Classroom management: 2 years (Preferred)
• Lesson planning: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Elementary Education Endorsement (Required)

Work Location: In person