4th Grade Teacher

Description

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School is seeking an Elementary (K-5) Florida Certified teacher for the remainder of the 2023-2043 Academic school year. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a valid Florida Educators certification, be self-motivated and energetic. ESE & ESOL certified a plus. STACS is seeking applicants with knowledge of State Standards, technology integration, and standard-based instruction. Experience in evaluating, documenting, and communicating individual student growth, differentiation strategies, classroom management and willingness to participate in professional development opportunities, a plus. Applicants must be comfortable in a Catholic faith-based setting with a dedication to the St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School mission.

Requirements

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Organize and direct lessons and activities related to the standards;
• Develop and document weekly lesson plans consistent with curriculum guidelines;
• Provide grade-appropriate instructional program of engaging and interactive activities/lessons for elementary grade levels;
• Maintain high professional standards consistent with the mission of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and the teachings of the Catholic Church;
• Be responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management;
• Assess and document student progress;
• Implement lesson plans, utilizing techniques to motivate, challenge and engage students;
• Interact effectively and respond to all parent communication in a professional, empathetic, and timely manner;
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and professional development opportunities;
• Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and administration;
• Integrate technology effectively into the classroom.

Requirements

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education from an Accredited College or University;
• Current Florida Teaching Certificate;
• Teaching experience preferred;
• Previous experience in a Catholic school setting is preferred.