Elementary Physical Education Teacher Position Available In Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Elementary Physical Education Teacher Greenwich Catholic School Greenwich, CT Job Details Part-time | Full-time | Contract $45,000 – $75,567 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Qualifications Teaching Certification Mid-level Child Development Associate Certification Special Education Certification Teaching ESL Certification Full Job Description

OVERVIEW

Under direction of the Head of Lower School, the elementary physical education teacher is responsible for supporting school and Diocese of Bridgeport in its mission. He/she facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing diocesan approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Educators are engaged in a school conducted by Roman Catholic Church for express purpose of education in the academic, social, moral and religious values promulgated by the Church.

RESPONSIBILITIES 1.

Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church. 2. Active member of a faith community and is open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example. 3. Helps build school’s faith community-demonstrates willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities. 4. Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and incorporates school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans. 5. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning. 6. Demonstrates competence in teaching by having current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning. 7. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional development, reading professional educational publications, etc. 8. Encourages parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. 9. Coordinates with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level or PLCs, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. 10. Develops and uses effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluates student progress. 11. Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; sets high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively as per school/diocesan policies. 12. Pleasant learning environment. 13. Cooperates with school and diocesan administration; works effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents. 14. At all times demonstrates professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations. 15. Maintains confidentiality of information, sound judgment in professional dress and general behavior. 16. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the

Principal Note:

The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time, Contract Pay:

$45,000.00 – $75,567.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Work Location:

In person