What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher 2024-2025 - Our Lady of the Rosary, Paramount position at Archdiocese of Los Angeles (Department of Catholic Schools)?
Description Our Lady of the Rosary School, located in Paramount, seeks an energetic and faith-filled teacher with a strong work ethic and outstanding interpersonal skills to join our 3rd, 4th, and 5th-grade collaboration team. The chosen candidate will serve as a 4th grade homeroom teacher and be skilled and creative in word study, fluency, writing, and reading in accordance with CCSS standards. The school teacher respects Catholic values and aids students in Christian formation by exemplifying Catholic living in and out of the classroom. The candidate must use the state-adopted standard and the Common Core State Standards (CCSS) to meet the needs of students. The teacher will prepare unit plans that include daily lesson plans with clear objectives, procedures, and assessments. The candidate must create an inclusive environment and believe all students can learn. The teacher must be able to meet the needs of various learning styles and implement the Multi-Tiered System of Support. It includes the accommodation lessons to meet the student's needs. The successful candidate must also be knowledgeable in integrating technology throughout the curriculum and using Google Classroom. This teacher must be willing to work as a team member and participate in the school's community life, including additional duties as needed. The school teacher’s other responsibilities include delivering a high-quality, rigorous, and coherent curriculum, planning, implementing, and reflecting upon all aspects of instruction in the assigned areas to realize the school’s mission in a Catholic faith-filled environment. This teacher must be willing to work as a team member and participate in the school’s community life, including additional duties as needed. Curriculum and Planning Learn content and skills as detailed in curriculum support materials (e.g. teacher guides), CIP framework for teaching, as well as Common Core or other related standards Develop purposeful, rigorous, and engaging daily and long-term plans aligned to standards, and regularly revisit these materials Submit necessary curriculum documents (e.g., scope and sequence, curriculum maps, lesson plans, reteach plans, intellectual preparation documents) as requested Create, administer, and analyze meaningful and frequent assessments from which reteaches are planned Maintain the necessary records of student progress toward academic goals; meet deadlines for submitting data In the Classroom Maintain a productive, safe, and disciplined learning environment in which classroom values, teaching points, process charts, and student work are clearly displayed Maximize instruction time by keeping the flow of classroom activities moving smoothly and efficiently throughout the day Uphold all school policies and follow procedures and protocols Provide the differentiation and accommodations needed for the growth and success of all students; go above and beyond to ensure that all students are meeting appropriate standards Invest time in knowing students and demonstrate an active interest in their well-being; use kind, firm body language to convey authority and care Review and comply with guidelines of students’ IEPs, follow IDEA reporting requirements, and provide information about student performance and services received Communication and Collaboration Fully embrace the school’s mission and values and promote them to students, parents, and colleagues Collaborate as part of an interdisciplinary team, across grade bands, and across departments, coordinating all instructional activities with teachers, assistants, and instructional leaders; collaborate with other staff to envision and execute projects Collaborate with colleagues to develop systems for student accountability and academic ownership Proactively seek assistance or advice when faced with challenging teaching situations; Maintain positive relationships with and support the learning of all staff members Appropriately give and receive feedback to/from students, parents, faculty, staff, and administration Keep families well-informed of student performance and progress Professionalism and Work Day Expectations Fully participate in all school and grade-level meetings, designated school functions outside of school hours, and opportunities for individual and school-wide professional development Meet expectations, including punctuality and professionalism in conversation and in writing; consistently meet deadlines and communicate frequently and appropriately on progress on projects and goals. Reflect on professional practice through self-analysis and engagement in informal and formal feedback processes
The Archdiocese of Los Angeles and the Department of Catholic Schools work with over 200 Catholic elementary schools and 50 Catholic high schools throughout Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties and operate as the largest Archdiocese in the United States. Come join the mission of Catholic education and consider joining our amazing educators throughout the Los Angeles region! Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university is required Multiple Subject Teacher Credential, with English/LanguageArtsAuthorization Significant experience working with and/or teaching children in from 5-12 years old required At least three years of successful, full-time lead teaching experience in reading/literacy is required. Submit resume and cover letter. A list of professional references with telephone numbers and written reference letters may also be provided. Please submit the requested information to Vanessa Rivas, Principal Email: mrsvanrivas@olrwarriors.org Subject: Elementary Teacher Position (Our Lady of the Rosary, Paramount) To access additional information about Our Lady of the Rosary School, please visit Rosary’s website: www.olrcatholicschool.com