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1st Grade Teacher, Full-time, St. Katharine Drexel Academy at Diocese of San Diego

Application Deadline

6/15/2022 12:00 AM Pacific

Date Posted
3/14/2022
Contact
Number of Openings
Not Specified

Add'l Salary Info

TBD
Length of Work Year
10 mos
Employment Type
Full Time

Job Summary

Job Summary

TK-2 Instructional Team

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ST. KATHARINE DREXEL ACADEMY

PRIMARY SCHOOL TEACHER- 1st Grade

Hours:   Full time
Supervised by:  Principal                                                                 
FLSA Status: Exempt

Job Summary:

Primary school teaching positions at SKDA will require passionate, collaboration among teacher-leaders who will form the TK-2 instructional team.  Individual teachers will share duties and responsibilities in lower school planning, scheduling, and implementing curriculum within a blended learning rotation model.  Professional growth opportunities in differentiated instruction and assessment and blended learning will be provided.  Each teacher will lead one or more school-wide program/activity with the support and cooperation of the teaching staff and administration.  Positions may include but are not limited to the following combinations:  TK-K, 1-2, as well as single classroom instruction.

Essential functions of the job may include but are not limited to the following:

  • Plan, develop, and utilize a variety of instructional materials and aids for a blended learning environment.
  • Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and assessments that are in accordance with established procedures that maximize learning.
  • Provide group and individual instruction to motivate learners, and effectively utilize the time available for instructional activities in a blended-learning environment.
  • Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction and assessment.
  • Maintain appropriate standards of learner behavior, using age-appropriate management strategies and techniques, including positive reinforcement for a blended-learning environment.
  • Provide appropriate feedback.
  • Encourage and monitor the progress of individual learners and use data to adjust instructional strategies.
  • Maintain accurate and complete records of learner progress and development.
  • Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, diocese policies and school regulations.
  • Prepare required reports and curriculum maps.
  • Participate in team, school, diocese and parent meetings.
  • Communicate necessary information regularly to learners, colleagues, administration and parents regarding learning progress and student needs.
  • Establish and communicate clear standards-based outcomes for all learning activities.
  • Prepare and maintain classroom for appropriate learning activities.
  • Utilize a variety of teaching methodologies in a blended, multilevel, individual and online learning environment.
  • Observe, monitor and evaluate learning performance and development.
  • Utilize effective assessment techniques to accurately determine and record learner progress in a blended learning environment.

Other functions of the job include but are not limited to the following:

  • Demonstrate preparation and skill in working with individuals from diverse cultural, economic and ability backgrounds.
  • Encourage parent and community involvement, obtain information for parents when requested, answer emails within 24-48 hours.
  • Participate in appropriate professional activities to support leadership and instructional roles
  • Follow the outlined social media policy and safe environment policies.
  • Participate in extracurricular activities such as social activities, sporting activities, clubs and student organizations as directed.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:  To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • B.A/B.S degree in an academic subject from an accredited institution.
  • California Multiple Subject Credential with relevant experience (out of state also acceptable).
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
  • Perform all other related work delegated or required to accomplish the objectives of the blended learning environment
  • Knowledge and implementation of relevant technology.

 

 

 

Requirements / Qualifications

Requirements / Qualifications

  • Credential Copy
  • Letter of Introduction
  • Resume

    • Credential Copy
    • Letter of Introduction
    • Resume