Elementary Teacher

St Thomas More Academy; South Bend (IN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

A Catholic educational institution in South Bend, Indiana, is seeking an experienced teacher committed to student development and engagement. Responsibilities include preparing lesson plans, delivering instructive activities, and maintaining student records. The ideal candidate should possess strong communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and experience in classical education. Benefits include health insurance and paid time off, while fostering a supportive and disciplined classroom environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in classical education is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of relevant technology.
• Self-motivated with high energy.
• Healthy stress tolerance and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress.
• Manage student behavior in the classroom.
• Communicate necessary information to students and parents.
• Participate in department and school meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal relations

Critical thinking

Adaptability

Education

Successful student teaching experience

Job description

Experience Desired: Successful student teaching experience. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. Knowledge of relevant technology

Other Requirements: Excellent verbal and written communication. Self-motivated with high energy and excellent interpersonal relations skills. Good organizational, critical thinking, and planning skills. High work standards. Good problem-solving and decision-making skills. Healthy stress tolerance with flexibility and adaptability. Initiative and learning orientation.

Physical Requirements This position requires regular periods of speaking, standing, walking, sitting, crouching, reaching, pushing/pulling, and writing. Lifting and carrying up to twenty-five pounds.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND DUTIES:

Articulate and advance the Catholic identity for the school system through example, collaboration, encouragement, and reinforcement.

Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.

Develop schemes of work and lesson plans.

Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.

Prepare classroom for class activities.

Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities.

Identify and select different instructional resources and methods to meet students’ varying needs.

Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.

Observe and evaluate student’s performance and development.

Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments.

Provide appropriate feedback on work to students.

Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students.

Maintain accurate and complete records of student’s progress and development.

Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by law, district policies, and school regulations.

Prepare required reports on students and activities.

Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures.

Maintain discipline following the rules and disciplinary systems of the school.

Apply appropriate disciplinary measures where necessary.

Perform specific pastoral duties, including student support, counseling students with academic problems, and providing student encouragement.

Participate in department and school meetings and parent meetings.

Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents regarding student progress and student needs.

Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods and make relevant changes to instructional plans and activities.

Adhere to all school policies, handbooks, and regulations.

Perform other duties as assigned.

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• Do you have any experience in classical education?