Teacher-1st grade

Job Description

Description Job Summary St. Joseph Catholic Academy is a faith-filled community dedicated to forming students in academic excellence, strong character, and a deep commitment to serving others; we are seeking a 1st grade classroom teacher who plans, guides, and evaluates student learning, reporting to the principal and exercising decision-making within the framework of the school’s policies, philosophy, organization, and curriculum. Ministerial Character Catholic schools in the Diocese of Austin are canonically obedient to the Bishop and assist him in fulfilling his ministry and canonical obligations. Pastors, presidents, and principals serve as leaders of the schools to make Christ’s mission present and enduring in the schools. In order to fulfill Christ’s mission, the school leaders employ suitable, chosen collaborators, sharing with them Christ’s mission and entrusting to them various responsibilities. Positions employed in this School help extend the ministry of the School leaders in particular ways as outlined in the job description. The employee in this position is closely connected to and assists the School leaders in the performance of their ministry and, therefore, engages in ministry for the Church. Essential Duties Support and uphold the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school. Act as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church. Support and adhere to the Standards of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school. Plan for instruction with logically sequenced objectives based on adopted curriculum and submit plans according to the school policies. Provide appropriate material and resources for students to engage in learning. Use effective instructional methods and models according to professional standard practice. Use varied assessment tools to perform