Elementary Teacher: Sacred Heart

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Full Time Elementary Teacher:

Sacred Heart Sacred Heart First Grade Teacher Sacred Heart of Jesus School - Wadsworth, Ohio Sacred Heart of Jesus School is a dynamic, Christ-centered school of excellence located in Wadsworth, Ohio. As part of our academic expansion, we are currently accepting applications for a First Grade Teacher. We are seeking an educator who shares our passionate commitment to the teachings, culture, identity, and values of the Catholic faith. This teacher will lead students into a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ while fostering academic excellence, virtue, and a love of learning. At Sacred Heart, we believe that passionate and committed teachers inspire students to achieve their God-given potential while developing strong character rooted in Gospel values.

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Principal Basic Job Description Lead students to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ while providing a learning environment that promotes Catholic values, social-emotional growth, academic excellence, and the development of the whole child. Qualifications

• Hold a valid Ohio teaching license in Early Childhood Education or appropriate licensure for the position.
• Complete VIRTUS training.
• Practicing Catholic preferred and willing to actively support the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Minimum of five (5) years of successful teaching experience in an early elementary classroom, preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of child development and best practices in early childhood and elementary education.
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues, parents, support staff, and administration.
• Commitment to continuous professional growth and reflective practice. Preferred Qualifications
• Extensive experience implementing the Science of Reading framework.
• Experience teaching and assessing foundational literacy skills through:
• Heggerty Phonemic Awareness
• Wilson Fundations
• Decodable text instruction
• Explicit phonics instruction
• Structured literacy practices
• Experience analyzing literacy assessment data to drive differentiated instruction and intervention.
• Experience supporting diverse learners through targeted interventions and small-group instruction.
• Familiarity with

NWEA MAP

Growth assessments and data-informed instructional practices.

• Experience integrating educational technology into instruction.
• Master's degree in Education or a related field preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities The ideal candidate will demonstrate:
• Strong understanding of the Science of Reading and evidence-based literacy instruction.
• Knowledge of early elementary curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
• Ability to deliver explicit, systematic instruction in phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.
• Knowledge of differentiated instruction and intervention strategies.
• Ability to create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to foster a positive classroom culture rooted in faith, virtue, and mutual respect.
• Proficiency with educational technology and student data systems.
• Commitment to collaboration, flexibility, and professional growth. Essential Responsibilities Faith Formation and Catholic Identity
• Lead students to deepen their faith and develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ.
• Integrate Catholic teachings, values, and virtues throughout the curriculum and daily classroom life.
• Prepare and supervise students for school Masses, prayer services, and other faith-based activities.
• Model Christian behavior and serve as a witness to the Catholic faith.
• Support the mission and vision of Sacred Heart of Jesus School. Instruction and Student Learning
• Plan and implement engaging lessons aligned with state standards, diocesan expectations, and school curriculum.
• Deliver high-quality literacy instruction grounded in the Science of Reading.
• Implement Heggerty and Fundations programs with fidelity and consistency.
• Utilize assessment data to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
• Establish clear learning objectives and communicate expectations effectively.
• Foster critical thinking, creativity, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
• Provide opportunities for hands-on learning, exploration, and student engagement.
• Prepare, administer, and evaluate assessments to measure student growth and achievement. Classroom Environment and Student Development
• Build positive, caring relationships with students and families.
• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and productive learning environment.
• Promote social-emotional development and age-appropriate independence.
• Observe and evaluate student performance, behavior, and well-being.
• Implement effective classroom management strategies that reflect Gospel values. Collaboration and Communication
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents regarding student progress and needs.
• Collaborate with teachers, intervention specialists, support staff, and administration.
• Participate actively in grade-level meetings, faculty meetings, committees, and school initiatives.
• Maintain accurate student records and documentation in accordance with school, diocesan, and state requirements. Professional Responsibilities
• Attend professional development opportunities to maintain and enhance instructional effectiveness.
• Remain current with best practices in literacy instruction, educational research, and child development.
• Participate fully in the life of the school community.
• Assist with school events, field trips, extracurricular activities, and other duties as assigned.

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