What are the responsibilities and job description for the Fifth Grade Teacher position at The Assumption School?
Enter to Learn … Go Forth to Serve
Assumption School is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Fifth Grade Teacher to join our Assumption School Community who exemplifies:
Commitment to the teachings and mission of Assumption School.
Willingness to participate in school liturgies, prayer and faith formation activities.
Strong knowledge of elementary curriculum, especially upper elementary grades
Understanding of the developmental needs of pre-adolescent
Strong communication with parents, colleagues, and administration.
Responsibilities would include: creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic and spiritual growth, develops pre-adolescent students’ skills and a love of learning.
Additionally, the candidate must be able to:
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.
Assist students who may need additional support.
Minimum 2 years of successful elementary/middle school classroom teaching.
Bachelor’s degree required.
Teacher certification required.
Demonstrated ability to create engaging, age-appropriate lessons.
Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and faith-based environment.
Practicing Catholic in good standing.
Please contact –
Rachel Sosnovich – Principal
Email - rsosnovich@assumptionschool.net
Phone – 203-734-0855
Mission Statement
- Guiding students to realize the presence of God in our world.
- Educating and challenging the whole child ~ spiritually & academically.
- Providing an opportunity for every child to improve the quality of life for self and for others.
- Developing a learning environment that integrates curriculum and technology.