St. John the Baptist, New Haven - Fifth Grade Teacher

St. John’s Catholic School New Haven, is looking for 5th Grade teacher. The Educator will be responsible for integrating the mission of St. John’s Catholic School and the Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend in all planning, teaching, grading, and in all school duties for the betterment of our students.

Job Responsibilities:

• Understands, believes in, and communicates joyfully about the St. John’s mission in all endeavors.
• Provides grades 5 Indiana content standards for students.
• Maintains an attractive, organized, and engaging learning environment.
• Develops lesson plans with clear objectives in line with the Diocesan Curriculum.
• Provides grade appropriate extended or enrichment opportunities.
• Uses relevant technology to support/enhance instruction.
• Maintains appropriate control through positive discipline techniques to enhance the learning environment.
• Maintains accurate and complete records of students' progress and development.
• Provides regular and consistent communication with parents, students, staff and administration.
• Performs assigned duties when needed for the supervision of students before, during or after school including lunch duties, recess duties, dismissal duties, detention and any other duties assigned by the administration.
• Participates in faculty meetings, school committees, and in-service learning opportunities.
• Attends school events including Back to School Nights, Open Houses, Parent/Teacher conference days, and other events as requested by the administration.

Qualifications:

• Indiana teaching license in appropriate grade level/teaching area; or demonstrated eligibility to receive a license.
• Successful experience in student teaching or classroom teaching.
• Positive references and recommendations.
• Clear ability to promote and witness to our Roman Catholic Faith.
• Basic understanding and acceptance of Catholic school philosophy, goals and objectives.
• Must be comfortable with technology such as laptops, website maintenance, interactive white boards, etc.

Interested applicants should apply at www.diocesefwsb.org/careers