THE NATIVITY SCHOOL - JOB OPENING

HISTORY

The Nativity School is located in the heart of Rancho Santa Fe and opened its doors in September 1996 as an integral part of the Church of the Nativity. The addition of the school represented phase two of the master plan of the parish and its commitment to serving the spiritual, academic, emotional and physical needs of Catholic families. The Nativity School is dedicated to providing a challenging educational environment, as well as developing character development and decision making skills nurtured in our Catholic values. A differentiated approach to education is the foundation that cultivates the intellect and promotes the sound spiritual, social, emotional and physical growth of our students.

MISSION

The Nativity School is a ministry of the Church of the Nativity, where the love of Jesus Christ and Catholic educational tradition guide the formation of students’ minds, bodies and souls to their full potential through spiritual direction, academic growth and Christian service.

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Nativity School is looking for an elementary/middle school level classroom/physical education teacher to provide academic support for students in grades 1-8 (based upon the needs of the school and the candidate’s experience/abilities in designated subject areas), as well as teaching PE to students in grades TK-8. The 10-month position will begin August 7, 2021 and be up for continuation June 10, 2022. 

SALARY/COMPENSATION

Full-time, exempt, benefits

Salary commensurate with experience

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve the school in an instructional capacity, working with multiple primary level subjects. 

• Plan and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning. 

• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities. 

• Incorporate fitness and health standards into our physical education program.

• Coordinate PE lessons to align with the school’s athletic program.

• Incorporate technology to support and differentiate classroom instruction. 

• Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures. 

• Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use data to adjust teaching strategies. 

• Maintain accurate and complete student records. 

• Communicate necessary information to students and parents regarding student progress on a regular basis. 

• Provide proper student supervision, to include during recess and/or lunch duty.

• Participate in professional learning on an on-going basis. 

• Perform basic first aid for simple sports related injuries.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the School.

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree and a Clear Credential.

• First Aid/CPR Certification.

• Experience in classroom teaching (multiple subjects) and PE/coaching.

• Appropriate control and discipline techniques.

• Strong organization and communication skills. 

• Knowledge of the Roman Catholic faith and the ability to adhere to Church teaching and life.

WORK EXPERIENCE

• At least three or more years of work with diverse student learners

• At least three years of classroom teaching experience 

• Coaching experience at the youth level.

The Nativity School does not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of sex, age, disabiltiy, race, color and national and/or ethnic origin.