2nd Grade Teacher

St. Joseph School; Bradenton (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Joseph Catholic School in Bradenton, FL, seeks an Elementary teacher to develop and administer grade-level curricula aligned with Diocesan goals. The role emphasizes safe, supportive classrooms, differentiated instruction, and ongoing assessment.

You will use technology to enhance learning, engage parents, and participate in faculty activities and testing programs. A Florida teaching certificate or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education
• Current 5-year renewable Florida Educator Certificate or eligible for certification
• Strong knowledge of teaching methods and pedagogy
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of curriculum and applicable laws regarding education
• Proficiency with computer networks and software
• Ability to use technology to enhance learning
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• FDLE Level 2 background check required

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers grade-level curriculum aligned with Diocesan goals
• Maintains a safe classroom with individualized and small-group instruction
• Creates detailed lesson plans and instructional materials
• Differentiates instruction by student learning styles
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning
• Pursues ongoing professional development
• Encourages parental involvement and effective communication
• Administers standardized tests per Diocesan programs
• Participates in faculty meetings and committees
• Engages in activities outside the classroom with students
• Performs additional duties as assigned

Skills

Excellent communication

Planning & organization

Technology integration

Education

Bachelor's in Elementary Education

Florida Educator Certificate or eligible

Tools

Educational software

Job description

Overview

St. Joseph Catholic School, within the Diocese of Venice in Florida, Inc. works diligently to support and strengthen the Catholic Church and its value system. By word and example teachers support all of the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church throughout their personal and professional lives.

Our teachers embrace the purpose of teaching and witness the tenets of the Catholic Faith, instill a sense of Christ's mission, charity and service to others; draw the school community into worship and to build, support and maintain a Catholic culture throughout the School and create a vibrant Catholic culture within the classroom, emphasized through words, deeds, manner of dress and actions.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school grade-level curriculum consistent with Diocesan goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small-group instruction.
• Develops detailed lesson plans and related instructional materials.
• Translates lesson plans into learning experiences; differentiates instruction based on student learning style and needs.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning.
• Continues professional knowledge of developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops and professional meetings.
• Encourages parental involvement in student education and ensures effective communication to students and parents.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with Diocesan assessment programs.
• Actively participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Participates in activities outside of the classroom involving students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in Elementary education that is applicable to this teaching assignment.
• Hold a current, 5-year renewable Professional Florida Educator Certificate; a 3-4 year non-renewable Temporary Florida Educator Certificate or be eligible for certification.
• Strong understanding and knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy.
• Excellent communications skills both written and oral.
• Knowledge of school curriculum and concepts.
• Knowledge of applicable federal and state laws regarding education and students.
• Proficiency with computer network systems and software programs.
• Ability to use technology to enhance student learning.
• Strong planning and organizational skills.
• Undergoing a FDLE Level 2 background check.

Please note: State of Florida law requires fingerprinting and clearance through the Florida DOE Background Screening Clearinghouse for all school-based positions.

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