Elementary Teacher - Long-Term Substitute (Catholic School)

Diocese of Allentown; Nazareth (Northampton County); Presencial; USD 45.000 - 55.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

The Diocese of Allentown's Holy Family School, Nazareth, seeks an Elementary Teacher (26-27) to provide a faith-filled, academically challenging classroom for grades K-5, with duties including planning lessons aligned to Pennsylvania standards and diocesan guidelines.

The role emphasizes Catholic values, direct work with families, and participation in Masses and school activities; strong classroom management, communication, and technology use are essential.

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education or related field.
• Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate (Elementary K-6 or PK-4, as applicable).
• Practicing Catholic preferred (or willing to support the mission of Catholic education in accordance with diocesan policy).
• Successful completion of all required diocesan background checks and clearances.
• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency with educational technology.
• Previous elementary teaching experience.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction and data-driven decision making (preferred).
• Experience integrating technology into instruction (preferred).
• Familiarity with Standards-Based Instruction and Assessment (preferred).
• Experience working in a Catholic school setting (preferred).

Responsabilidades

• Demonstrate and support the mission, philosophy, and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Integrate Catholic values and Gospel teachings into daily instruction and classroom activities.
• Participate in school Masses, prayer services, liturgical celebrations, and other faith-based activities.
• Lead daily classroom prayer and encourage students' spiritual growth.
• Foster Christian attitudes of respect, compassion, responsibility, and service.
• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with the Diocese of Allentown curriculum and Pennsylvania Academic Standards.
• Teach all core academic subjects including Religion, English Language Arts, Reading, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and Handwriting.
• Utilize research-based instructional practices to meet diverse student learning needs.
• Incorporate technology appropriately to enhance instruction.
• Promote critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Maintain effective classroom routines and instructional pacing.
• Assess student learning using formative and summative assessments.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and grades.
• Analyze assessment data to guide instructional decisions.
• Provide timely feedback to students and parents regarding academic progress.
• Prepare report cards and participate in parent-teacher conferences.
• Establish and maintain a positive, orderly, and respectful classroom environment.
• Implement school-wide behavior expectations consistently.
• Encourage student responsibility, independence, and accountability.
• Promote positive relationships among students.
• Maintain classroom safety at all times.
• Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.
• Respond promptly and professionally to parent inquiries.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning communities, and school committees as assigned.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and school matters.
• Complete lesson plans, attendance, grading, and required reports in a timely manner.
• Participate in ongoing professional development required by the Diocese of Allentown.
• Support school events including Back-to-School Night, Open House, concerts, field trips,and other school functions.
• Adhere to all diocesan policies, school procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Conocimientos

Classroom management

Communication skills

Educational technology

Differentiated instruction

Data-driven decision making

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education

Pennsylvania teaching certificate (K-6 or PK-4)

Catholic faith commitment

Background checks & clearances

Catholic school experience

Descripción del empleo

The Diocese of Allentown's Holy Family School, Nazareth, seeks an Elementary Teacher (26-27) to provide a faith-filled, academically challenging classroom for grades K-5, with duties including planning lessons aligned to Pennsylvania standards and diocesan guidelines.

The role emphasizes Catholic values, direct work with families, and participation in Masses and school activities; strong classroom management, communication, and technology use are essential.