Library/WIN Teacher (Elementary)

Through an ever-deepening relationship with Christ, our mission at St. Joseph School is to become who He made us to be, by growing in character, loving our neighbor, and excelling in academics. Like our patron, the St. Joseph family is entrusted with fostering the development of the mind, body, and spirit of each of God's precious children in our care. St. Joseph School has 442 students (pre-K through 8th grade), with average class sizes of 21, in the north Oakland County town of Lake Orion. St. Joseph is a parish school that has been offering a Catholic education since 1952. We pride ourselves on our family atmosphere, emphasis on faith, and high academic standards. Oxford Community Schools, providing the Shared Time specials program at St. Joseph School, seeks an enthusiastic and caring educator to teach WIN ("What I Need") in the Library. The "What I Need" (WIN) Specials teacher will serve students in a life skills-focused curriculum, including media center/library time and a variety of other life skills. Kindergarten through fifth grade classes will participate in three 30-minute classes per week, with pre-k and middle school classes visiting, as needed. An ideal candidate would possess strong communication and teaching skills, a willingness to take on extracurricular roles and responsibilities, and a servant's heart. Although previous experience is preferred, recent college graduates will be considered.

QUALIFICATIONS

Valid Michigan Department of Education Elementary Certificate •OR all of the following: At least 60 semester hours of satisfactory credit (grade 'C' or better) combined from one or more regionally accredited two-or-four-year colleges or universities. Elementary education major on transcripts or passing score on the MTTC test for Elementary Education. Willingness to pursue a teaching certificate. Must be Highly Qualified in accordance with NCLB Ability to work effectively and collaboratively with students, parents, and staff Strong communication, technology, and organizational skills Competency in student management and supervision

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Teach Elementary "WIN" (What I Need - Life skills, media center time, etc.) Plan, prepare, and implement instruction and assessments in accordance with school guidelines Successfully manage students in a caring classroom environment Effectively communicate with students, parents, and staff members Differentiate instruction to reasonably meet the needs of all students Support and implement school initiatives Attend to other duties as appropriate, such as parent-teacher conferences, professional development, car line, etc.

TO LEARN MORE

To learn more, email cover letter, resume, teaching certificate, and references/recommendations to Doris Fornasiero, principal (dfornasiero@stjoelo.org)