Jr. High Classroom Teacher

St. Therese Academy Job Description

Position Title: Jr. High Classroom Teacher

Reports to: Principal

Job Summary:

The classroom teacher develops curriculum that meets developmental goals and instructional activities. The classroom teacher is responsible for measuring academic progress and accomplishments of students towards their academic achievements on a regular basis and provide progress reports and report cards as required. The classroom teacher exercises open and respectful communication with families, students, staff, and administration and provides a safe, thriving, and respectful environment for all students in the classroom and on the school campus. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides a grade and content appropriate instructional program  
• Plan grade and content level appropriate lesson plans
• Prepare and maintain a welcoming, neat, and orderly classroom
• Accurately assess each student’s performance
• Provide grade and content appropriate extended or enrichment opportunities
• Supervise students on the playground and at lunch as needed
• Participate in faculty meetings, school committees, and in-services
• Attend school and Jr. High functions, meetings, and activities as necessary
• Willingness to advance educational knowledge by attending conferences and professional development
• Return voicemail and e-mail messages in a timely manner
• Communicate regularly with parents
• Submit assessment data as needed and complete tasks in a timely manner
• Demonstrate a respectful demeanor with staff, students, and parents
• Observe utmost confidentiality regarding parent, student, staff information/conversations
• Other duties as assigned by the principal

Basic Qualifications:

• Ability to develop engaging, content, and grade level appropriate lessons and activities
• Ability to instruct Jr. High students in learning new tasks
• Ability to teach Jr. High students social skills and character-building traits
• Has good communication skills
• Processes patience and compassion suitable for working with Jr. High students