Kindergarten Teacher - In-Person & Remote (Catholic School)

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston; Holy Ghost (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is seeking a Kindergarten Teacher for Holy Ghost Catholic School in Houston, TX. You will support certified staff, help implement curriculum, and engage students in a faith-based learning environment.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, Texas teaching certification, and be able to teach both in-person and online. Background checks and Safe Haven training are required, with commitment to Catholic education values.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
• Texas State Teaching Certification is required.
• Receive and pass a criminal background check clearance.
• Be trained and verified in Safe Haven child abuse awareness.
• Be committed to the philosophy of Catholic school and value oriented education.
• Have a current Catechist Certificate or working towards one.
• Able to handle both face-to-face teaching and remote online teaching.

Responsibilities

• Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school goals and objectives.
• Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning.
• Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction.
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed.
• Instructs students in the principles of responsible digital citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system.
• Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research.
• Agrees to acquire professional knowledge in the area of Catholic Church teachings,
• Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by procedures and applicable laws.
• Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
• Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards as outlined in the Student & Faculty Handbooks and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom.
• Coordinates with other professional staff members, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
• Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records.
• Administers standardized tests in accordance with testing programs.
• Agrees to follow and uphold all COVID protocols set forth by the school's plan.
• Additional duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written & verbal communication

Digital literacy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Texas State Teaching Certification

Background check clearance

Safe Haven training

Catechist certificate

Tools

Word

Excel

Job description

Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is seeking a Kindergarten Teacher for Holy Ghost Catholic School in Houston, TX. You will support certified staff, help implement curriculum, and engage students in a faith-based learning environment.

The successful candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, Texas teaching certification, and be able to teach both in-person and online. Background checks and Safe Haven training are required, with commitment to Catholic education values.