3rd Grade Teacher

Job Title: Elementary Teacher Date 1/10/23
Department/Group: Office of Education
Status Contract Aug. 2023-May 2024
Location: Colby Reports To: Principal
Schedule: 7:50am 3:50pm
Position Type: Full Time

HR Contact: Kim Hoelting, HR Director
Send Inquiry/Resume To: kim.hoelting@salinadiocese.org

Job Summary

Demonstrates love of God by serving those in the school community. Clearly demonstrates a commitment and dedication to a Catholic faith-based education and organization.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Shall recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church;

2. Shall abide by Catholic principles in the teacher’s professional and private life, and shall govern his/her professional and private life in strict accordance with Catholic morals and principles to demonstrate complete adherence to Catholic moral strictures;

3. Shall give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey; shall strive to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example in the teacher’s professional and private life;

4. Help build the School’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in, and help plan, School religious and service activities;

5. Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives as adopted by the school, along with a Catholic religious curriculum as articulated by the School;

6. Demonstrate competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum as specified, and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning;

7. Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum;

8. Objectives and concepts and skills taught; consistently, clearly, and effectively evaluate student progress;

9. Establish a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively;

10. Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment;

11. Cooperate with School and Diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents. Specific attention will be given toward prompt attendance at scheduled faculty trainings and meetings.

12. At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations;

13. Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior. Specifically, Teacher will follow School dress code standards.

Physical/Mental Requirements:
Coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift as required in a normal office environment. Required Activities: Walking; sitting; standing; stooping; reaching; talking; handling; hearing; carrying; and keyboarding.

Basic Qualifications:
· A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church. If not a baptized Catholic, one must nonetheless abide by Catholic principles in the teacher’s professional and private life.
· Excellent communications skills including written and oral, public speaking, and presentation skills.
· Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.
· Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
· Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
· Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and use of excel and related technology; ability and willingness to maintain confidentiality.
· Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapting appropriately in a ministerial environment.
· Complete a criminal history and background check.
· Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.

Education and Experience:
· Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited Institution
· Certified by the State of Kansas as a Teacher

Interpersonal Skills

Positive, active listener and relationship builder across a diverse base of internal and external customers within the parish and community. This role requires being hard working, and kind, with the ability to develop and maintain good relationships w/coworkers and parish/priest and volunteer staff.

Is Respectful. Can treat everyone with respect, can flex easily, shows equity in relationships, can recognize non-verbal cues, and adjusts with ease. Can share differing perspectives in a concise manner and work towards results effectively.

Produces accurate, detailed work; self- motivated and has a high degree of interest in accuracy, completeness, and timeliness.

Receives feedback and is open to continuous learning and can show professional growth consistently. Avoids the use of passive-aggressive behaviors; is seen as approachable and a team player.

Sacred Heart School - Colby

Sacred Heart School - Colby