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5th Grade Teacher
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What they do
An Elementary School Teacher teaches elementary school students, usually children ages 5 - 11 who are in kindergarten through fifth or sixth grade, in a public or private school. Teaches all subjects, including reading, writing, math, social studies and science, to one class throughout the school year. Plans curriculum and assesses student progress, manages student behavior and communicates with school parents. May specialize in teaching music, art or physical education, or teach students that are learning English, or work with students with learning disabilities or emotional and behavioral disorders.
$77,142 / year median in Rhode Island
+12% projected growth
Job Description
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RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support and uphold the mission, values, and teachings of the Catholic Church and the Catholic identity of Bishop McVinney School in word and deed
- Facilitate student success and growth through strong classroom leadership, high academic expectations, effective instruction, and a safe, respectful, and engaging learning environment
- Design, plan, and implement standards-based lessons, learning activities, assessments, and instructional strategies that meet the diverse needs of learners and maximize instructional time
- Utilize student data, including standardized assessment results, to monitor progress, differentiate instruction, and support academic achievement
- Guide students in their academic, social-emotional, and spiritual development while maintaining consistent expectations for positive and productive behavior
- Establish and maintain classroom management practices that promote a functional, supportive, and orderly learning environment
- Administer standardized assessments in accordance with diocesan and school requirements
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families regarding student progress, academic performance, and behavioral development
- Collaborate effectively with colleagues, administration, and the principal to support student learning and advance school goals
- Demonstrate strong content knowledge, instructional expertise, professionalism, integrity, organization, and planning in all aspects of the role
- Participate in school-wide responsibilities and events, including arrival and dismissal duties, parent-teacher conferences, faculty meetings, professional development, and other school activities as assigned
- Pursue ongoing professional growth through professional development opportunities offered by Bishop McVinney School, the Diocese of Providence, and other approved organizations
- Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, personnel, and school matters
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Principal.
REQUIREMENTS
- Bachelors Degree required (Certification in early childcare or degree in childhood development preferred
- Relevant previous experience preferredHOW TO APPLYInterested candidates should contact Mrs.