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Elementary Classroom Teacher
$52k-77k (estimate)
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Diocese of Harrisburg is Hiring an Elementary Classroom Teacher Near Freedom, PA
Job DescriptionElementary School Teacher
Full-Time
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
City & State: New Freedom, PA
PAYROLL GRADE: 14 FLSA STATUS: EXEMPTBasic Job Description: Teach pupils at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills in keeping with the school’s Catholic character and Gospel values.
Reports to: Principal
Responsibilities/Tasks for: "Elementary School Teacher"
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Required)
Full-Time
School: St. John the Baptist Catholic School
City & State: New Freedom, PA
PAYROLL GRADE: 14 FLSA STATUS: EXEMPTBasic Job Description: Teach pupils at the elementary level basic academic, social, and other formative skills in keeping with the school’s Catholic character and Gospel values.
Reports to: Principal
Responsibilities/Tasks for: "Elementary School Teacher"
- Establish and enforce rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among the students for whom they are responsible.
- Observe and evaluate students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
- Prepare materials and classrooms for class activities.
- Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Plan and conduct activities for a balanced program of instruction, demonstration, and work time that provides students with opportunities to observe, question, and investigate.
- Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations.
- Establish clear objectives for all lessons, units, and projects, and communicate those objectives to students.
- Assign and grade class work and homework.
- Read books to entire classes or small groups
- Prepare, administer, and grade tests and assignments in order to evaluate students' progress.
- Confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators in order to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Meet with parents and guardians to discuss their children's progress, and to determine their priorities for their children and their resource needs.
- Maintain accurate and complete student records as required by laws, diocesan policies, and administrative regulations.
- Prepare students for later grades by encouraging them to explore learning opportunities and to persevere with challenging tasks.
- Guide and counsel students with adjustment and/or academic problems, or special academic interests.
- Prepare and implement remedial programs for students requiring extra help.
- Prepare objectives and outlines for courses of study, following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states, diocese, and schools.
- Provide a variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use, both in learning activities and in imaginative play.
- Enforce administration policies and rules governing students.
- Confer with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning, following approved curricula.
- Meet with other professionals to discuss individual students' needs and progress.
- Use computers, audiovisual aids, and other equipment and materials to supplement presentations.
- Prepare for assigned classes, and show written evidence of preparation upon request of immediate supervisors.
- Collaborate with other teachers and administrators in the development, evaluation, and revision of elementary school programs.
- Prepare reports on students and activities as required by administration.
- Instruct and monitor students in the use and care of equipment and materials, in order to prevent injuries and damage.
- Organize and lead activities designed to promote physical, mental and social development, such as games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
- Attend professional meetings, educational conferences, and teacher training workshops in order to maintain and improve professional competence for Act 48.
- Plan and supervise class projects, field trips, visits by guest speakers or other experiential activities, and guide students in learning from those activities.
- Organize and label materials, and display students' work.
- Attend staff meetings, and serve on committees as required.
- Administer standardized ability and achievement tests, and interpret results to determine student strengths and areas of need.
- Supervise, evaluate, and plan assignments for teacher assistants and volunteers.
- Involve parent volunteers and older students in children's activities, in order to facilitate involvement in focused, complex play.
- Perform administrative duties such as assisting in school libraries, hall and cafeteria monitoring, and bus loading and unloading.
- Select, store, order, issue, and inventory classroom equipment, materials, and supplies.
- Provide disabled students with assistive devices, supportive technology, and assistance accessing facilities such as restrooms.
- Sponsor extracurricular activities such as clubs, student organizations, and academic contests.
- Prepare and supervise students for Mass as well as other sacramental preparation.
- Instructing -- Teaching others how to do something.
- Speaking -- Talking to others to convey information effectively.
- Reading Comprehension -- Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
- Learning Strategies -- Selecting and using training/instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation when learning or teaching new things.
- Active Listening -- Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
- Monitoring -- Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
- Time Management -- Managing one's own time and the time of others.
- Active Learning -- Understanding the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making.
- Writing -- Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
- Critical Thinking -- Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
- Social Perceptiveness -- Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do.
- Service Orientation -- Actively looking for ways to help people.
- Mathematics -- Using mathematics to solve problems.
- Coordination -- Adjusting actions in relation to others' actions.
- Persuasion -- Persuading others to change their minds or behavior.
- Negotiation -- Bringing others together and trying to reconcile differences.
- Judgment and Decision Making -- Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
- Complex Problem Solving -- Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
- Science -- Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
- Equipment Selection -- Determining the kind of tools and equipment needed to do a job.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Must have the ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time.
- Must be able to perform all the technological requirements of classroom management.
- Must be able to hear and understand speech at normal classroom levels and in an outdoor environment.
- Must be able to speak in audible tones so that others may understand clearly in both a normal classroom environment and in an outdoor setting.
- Must have the physical ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, climb stairs, and reach overhead.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a school/classroom environment. Duties may be occasionally performed on field trips away from school. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, And/or Abilities Required)
- Must possess a Bachelor’s degree, preferably in education or a related field.
- Prefer applicants with an instructional certification, otherwise be willing to work towards one.
- Must possess the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
- Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the community.
- Must comply with PA State clearance requirements.
- Must be a Catholic in good standing if teaching religion. Otherwise, must be willing to respect the moral teachings of the Catholic Church.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
INDUSTRY
Religious Organizations
SALARY
$52k-77k (estimate)
POST DATE
05/28/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
06/15/2024
WEBSITE
standrewwbo.org
HEADQUARTERS
WAYNESBORO, PA
SIZE
25 - 50
FOUNDED
1895
CEO
DAVID S KELLER
REVENUE
<$5M
INDUSTRY
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