Middle School 7th Grade Homeroom, Mathematics/Social Studies Teacher

Job Description:
St. John the Baptist Elementary School in El Cerrito, CA is a thriving, diverse community where Gospel values and high academic standards are integrated into the life of the school. Together, the learning community believe and support the expectations of: Christian Leadership, Academic Achievement and Responsible Citizenship.

We Are Looking For An Individual Who Is:
100% committed to our Learning Expectations
Organized and able to create a rigorous and respectful learning environment
Collaborative
Comfortable with using student achievement data to guide classroom instruction and continually improve.
Resilient, proactive, and able to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Overview:
The 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher and Middle School Mathematics and Socials Studies Teacher provides a high quality education program for students in the 6th-8th grade and upholds the mission and values established by St. John the Baptist School. This position is an opening beginning August 15, 2022.

Responsibilities:
-Organizes classroom systems/procedures and manages student behavior to ensure all students are fully engaged in learning.
-Serves as the 7th grade homeroom teacher and point of lead for field trips and 7th grade curricular/co-curricular activities.
-Establishes a culture of high expectations that includes preparation for college preparatory high school.
-Develops and implements lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with Diocese of Oakland Curriculum Standards and California State Standards.
-Assesses students regularly, examines student assessment data, and refines classroom activities to differentiate instruction for each student.
-Collaborates closely with Middle School Team Members to align curriculum across subjects, improve own and others instructional practices and share best practices.
-Actively participates in professional development activities, including: training sessions and working with principal, instructional coaches.
-Provides students and their families with regular and timely information on classroom activities and student progress; finds ways to involve parents/guardians in their child's education.
-Tracks critical student information and maintains accurate student records.
-Identifies unique student needs and collaborates with other team members and outside service providers and address learning challenges.
-Perform other related duties as required and assigned.