What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher position at De La Salle North Catholic High School of Portland, Inc?
Job Title: Teacher
We are always interested in connecting with mission-driven educators that are committed to high expectations and creating educational access that advances equity in college and career opportunities for the students that we serve. If you are a content expert for the subject you will teach with a Bachelor's Degree or higher and are interested in being a catalyst for change by empowering underserved youth in Portland, this may be the place for you.
About Us
De La Salle North Catholic High School provides a faith-based, college-preparatory high school education to underserved students from the Portland area. Our goal is to develop tomorrow’s community leaders by making high-quality education accessible to motivated young people in a learning environment that values cultural, spiritual, and ethnic diversity. Our educational approach provides each student with the opportunity to succeed through small classes, high expectations, and active participation in our Corporate Work Study Program affiliated with the nationally-recognized Cristo Rey Network. Serving ethnically diverse students, De La Salle North Catholic High School in Portland, Oregon is committed to the mission of providing a high-quality, Catholic, college-bound education to low-income students from around the Portland area in a unique, faith-based educational model.
Job Summary
We seek a teacher with a passion for educational ministry, a commitment to culturally responsive pedagogy and curricula, and a zeal for working with low socioeconomic, diverse teenagers. We need someone ready to work in collaboration with the Grade Level Team to ensure high rigor and student engagement.
Job Parameters
- Observe professional hours aligned to the specifics of the periods assigned, to ensure some time either before school or after to work with students
- Be present at Department and Grade Level Team meetings, as well as all staff meetings, staff retreats, and staff celebrations, unless approved by supervisor
- Fulfill weekly lunch-time prefect duties as part of prescribed duties with your Level Team
- Fulfill all Team, Lasallian Youth Ministry, and evening or weekend school-related activities
Essential duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Collaborate with the department team and principal in providing college-ready instruction
- Compose annual, unit, and lesson plans using Gradual Release of Responsibility instructional framework (GRR)
- Utilize effective research-based instruction and assessment
- Commit to serving all students, including students with learning differences in the context of the regular education classroom using methods outlined in Learning Support Agreements or with support from counselors
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Academic Content Area (Master’s preferred) or a related field
- Possess or be working toward an Oregon teaching license in the subject area of instruction or related field
- An ability to actively participate in and contribute to Department and Level Teams
- Experience working with students and staff from diverse backgrounds
- Strong communication skills, oral and written
ADA Compliant list of Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to frequently remain in a stationary position.
How to Apply:
- Please use the link to apply and include the Content area you wish to apply to in the comments.
