What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher position at Keokuk Catholic School St. Vincent School?
Under the supervision of the building Head of School/Principal, the accepted candidate is responsible for teaching full-time Kindergarten for the duration of the school year. The teacher is responsible for fostering the intellectual, social-emotional, physical, and faith development of children.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND ATTITUDES:
- Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistently with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
- Plans and implements creative pedagogy and lessons that are rich in content with incorporated school and diocesan curriculum objectives.
- Deeply invested in the value of play-based learning and early childhood education.
- Ability to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
- Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress.
- Establish a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior, manage inappropriate behavior effectively, and maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment for all.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and develop authentic relationships
- Cooperate with school administration; work collaboratively and effectively with colleagues and promote positive relationships with students and parents.
- At all times, demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
- Maintain confidentiality of information, display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
- Perform other duties as assigned
Salary : $37,000 - $40,000