What are the responsibilities and job description for the Grade 5 Teacher position at Christ The King Parish Corporation?
Corpus Christi School in Wethersfield, CT, is seeking a full-time Grade 5 teacher. Responsibilities would include creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic growth while ensuring the development of students’ minds, heart and soul.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement daily lesson plans that address spiritual, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
- Use diverse instructional techniques such as modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.
- Encourage children to develop self-help skills and independence.
- Adapt curriculum to meet individual learning needs and initiate referrals when necessary.
- Promote positive behavior through redirection, positive reinforcement, and adherence to the school’s behavioral policies.
- Maintain positive communication with families through newsletters, daily updates, and as-needed outreach.
- Attend regular staff meetings and participate in annual reviews and professional development.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
- Bachelor's degree.
- Minimum of 2 years classroom experience.
- Demonstrated ability to create engaging, age-appropriate lessons guided by the Archdiocese of Hartford curriculum.
- Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and faith-based environment.
Our Mission Statement
Corpus Christi School is a Catholic school rooted in the Gospel values of love and respect, where Jesus is present in the development of each child’s mind, body, and soul.
Key Aspects of the Mission:
Christ-Centered Environment: Rooted in Catholic traditions, faith development, and the Eucharist.
Holistic Education: Nurturing spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth.
Service & Character: Developing character, responsibility, and a passion for serving God and the community.
Academic Excellence: Challenging curriculum designed to prepare students for the future.