Kindergarten-5th Grade Teaching Position

Kindergarten-5th

Grade Certified Teaching Position Saint Patrick Catholic School Mission Statement:

To provide an exceptional educational experience built upon faith, academics and service, within a Catholic community that exemplifies the teachings of Jesus Christ. Any member of Saint Patrick Catholic School should model this Mission Statement through their words and actions.

Qualifications/Requirements:

All teachers in the Catholic Schools in the Archdiocese of Detroit shall be certified and /or approved for teaching by the Department of Education for the State of Michigan. All teachers are required to hold the appropriate endorsement for the subject(s) they are assigned to teach. All teachers who are catechists, (teachers of religion), must be certified by the Department of Evangelization, Catechesis and Schools. An ideal candidate would be strongly committed to Catholic education and promote the teachings of the Catholic faith in their work. A Bachelor's degree in education from an accredited university; certification in lower elementary (K-5). State of Michigan Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education Ability to complete criminal history, background check, and fingerprinting Ability to complete Protecting God's Children Possess love for children and the desire for their success and growth Familiarity with centers, running records and portfolios Catechist certified preferred; will teach Religion if Catholic Possesses energy, is orderly, a problem solver, mobile in classroom setting Conducts excellent classroom management Displays a high degree of knowledge in the subject matter assigned and is continuously upgrading competence Instruct students daily in all subjects Prepare regular lesson plans for weekly review and approval of Principal Attend all faculty meetings and school events at which faculty attendance is required Prepare and submit required student records and reports on a timely basis Provide detailed emergency lesson plans for a substitute to follow in case of teacher's absence Gear instruction to student ability while providing assistance for those needing remedial work or enrichment Knowledge and use of SMART technology, iPads, and online programs Maintain effective communications with parents and students Note any significant school problem or potential problem and refer to the proper authority Perform school-related responsibilities, in addition to regular classroom instruction, as agreed upon in contract Create differentiated lessons that can reach all learners Organizes learning activities to provide varied classroom experiences that are congruent with educational goals, objectives and Catholic Faith . Establishes effective relationships with students, parents, community and other staff members Collaborates and plans with grade level partner teacher and classroom aide Maintains professional ethics and responsibilities including participation in the total school program, curriculum development and building committees, and provides a positive role model for students Maintain confidentiality of information and abide by the school's Staff Handbook Other duties as assigned by the administration Please send Cover Letter, Resume and references to: choying@stpwl.org