PE/Wellness Teacher/School Culture Collaborator

PE/Wellness Teacher/School Culture Collaborator The Madeleine Parish and School Portland, OR Job Details Full-time $50,000 - $65,000 a year 15 hours ago Benefits Paid jury duty 403(b) matching Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance 403(b) Professional development assistance Bereavement leave Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications Teamwork First aid Master's degree Bachelor's degree Working with students Lesson planning Teaching Full Job Description The Madeleine School, a ministry of the Church of St. Mary Magdalene, is a faith-filled Catholic community committed to nurturing the growth of the whole child and furthering the reign of God. All are welcome. Employees of The Madeleine School are committed to making the school's vision for success a reality in the day-to-day application of their vocation. The foundation of our curriculum is: The call to spread the Gospel message. The mastery of core knowledge and basic skills in all disciplines. The development of critical-thinking abilities and problem-solving strategies. The application of knowledge to real-life situations. The need to be life-long learners in a changing world. The necessity for effective communication skills. The Christian responsibility to be of service to others. At The Madeleine School, we believe every person is created in the image of God and deserves dignity and respect. This is a non-negotiable. At The Madeleine, we are working toward a more just world. Our purpose is to create a courageous, connected, and positive learning environment for all students and staff members, free from any form of racism, bigotry, prejudice and/or bias to uphold the dignity of every human person. It is every employees' responsibility to contribute to creating this positive and collaborative school culture and to actively engage in the life of the school beyond the classroom. All faculty and staff are responsible for nurturing relationships with our partner Archdiocesan Catholic schools to help achieve vertical alignment, to share resources, and to foster collaborative relationships.

POSITION SUMMARY

The PE/Wellness teacher at The Madeleine School effectively implements a Catholic education instructional program focused on wellness, physical movement, teamwork, and joy for grades PreK-8. All teachers ensure the safety, wellbeing, and educational growth of their students and continue to actively pursue their own professional learning.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

(include, but are not limited to): Be a role model and a witness to the Gospel of Christ, honor the dignity of the human person, and respect each life and our planet as a gift from God. Your main charge is to create an atmosphere in which the faith of each individual student as well as their intellectual, moral, and physical capacities are developed. Actively engage in preparation, collaboration, and instruction from 7:45am - 3:45pm daily. Design an effective scope and sequence, lesson plans, and appropriate instructional practices to develop students' wellness, sense of joy and strength through movement, understanding of teamwork, and exposure to different games and forms of play. Implement prayer and reflection practices into your classroom routine. Implement character and virtue education into the classroom curriculum. Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of each student learner and to create an inclusive learning environment that engages intellectual diversity. Apply culturally responsive teaching practices in the classroom to foster belonging and inclusion. Effectively build relationships and utilize strengths-based communication with students, families, colleagues, supervisor(s), and Archdiocesan staff. Provide students with the skills to contribute their best effort. Encourage students to engage in independent critical thinking skills and to express original ideas. Create a faith-filled, joyful, rigorous learning environment where students are actively engaged. Utilize the provided learning management system to communicate assignments, deadlines, grades, and other important information to students and families. Grades are to be updated regularly. Effectively communicate and collaborate with supervisor(s) and colleagues for the purpose of improving student achievement and building a positive working environment. Maintain professional growth and competence through participation in all professional development opportunities provided by the school and seek out new opportunities outside of the school that support professional growth and advancement of innovative educational practices. Establish and maintain standards of student behavior required to provide a structured, accessible, positive, and productive learning community. Attend and actively participate in all faculty, parent, and other teaching and community-related meetings or events as assigned by the Principal. Assist with the planning and supervision of student activities, assemblies, liturgies, and other student events as assigned. Supervise students outside of school hours when required. Manage and maintain an inventory of classroom supplies, cleanliness, and organization of learning spaces.

QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's Degree or higher required Must maintain first aid and CPR training and all other required safety trainings Valid Preliminary or Professional Oregon Teaching License strongly preferred and should be maintained through the State Masters Degree in related discipline preferred

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS/PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Must complete a pre-employment background check and all Archdiocesan required training and certifications While performing this job, an employee is required to stand, walk, talk, sit, hear, and use repetitive motion of the hands/wrists for extended periods of time. The employee must be able to lift and move items up to 25 lbs. Must be able to respond effectively to emergency situations Work is primarily performed in a school setting. Employee is occasionally required to attend evening meetings or other special events and may oversee field trips

BENEFITS

The Madeleine School is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to our eligible employees: Employer provided medical, dental, and vision insurance (with a low monthly contribution by employee) Option to Opt-Out of Health Insurance Flexible Spending Account Short-Term & Long-Term Disability Personal Days and Sick Leave Access to professional development funds for continuing education Holiday Pay Retirement 403(b) plan Paid Jury Duty Paid Bereavement Leave Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Access to partial tuition remission over time

OTHER DETAILS

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience Will accept up to 10 years of prior teaching experience

APPLICATION PROCESS

Please submit your cover letter, resume, and three letters of reference.

Pay:

$50,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

403(b) 403(b) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person