What are the responsibilities and job description for the Elementary Teacher - Primary Grades position at Diocese of Orlando?
Job Type
Full-time
Description
St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School is seeking an Elementary (K-5) Florida Certified teacher for the 2024-2045 Academic school year. Applicants must hold or be eligible for a valid Florida Educators certification, be self-motivated and energetic. ESE & ESOL certified a plus. STACS is seeking applicants with knowledge of State Standards, technology integration, and standard-based instruction. Experience in evaluating, documenting, and communicating individual student growth, differentiation strategies, classroom management and willingness to participate in professional development opportunities, a plus. Applicants must be comfortable in a Catholic faith-based setting with a dedication to the St. Andrew's mission.
Requirements
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :
- Organize and direct lessons and activities related to the standards;
- Develop and document weekly lesson plans consistent with curriculum guidelines;
- Provide grade-appropriate instructional program of engaging and interactive activities / lessons for elementary grade levels;
- Maintain high professional standards consistent with the mission of St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School and the teachings of the Catholic Church;
- Be responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management;
- Assess and document student progress;
- Implement lesson plans, utilizing techniques to motivate, challenge and engage students;
- Interact effectively and respond to all parent communication in a professional, empathetic, and timely manner;
- Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and professional development opportunities;
- Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff, and administration;
- Integrate technology effectively into the classroom.
Requirements
The successful candidate will possess the following :
