Elementary School Teacher

*ERIE CATHOLIC SCHOOL SYSTEM *

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*JOB TITLE: ELEMENTARY SCHOOL TEACHER *
*REPORTS TO: PRINCIPAL *
*POSITION STATUS: FT AND EXEMPT *

*Position Summary: *
The individual in this position is responsible maximizing every child's academic and spiritual potential through engaging learning experiences and the Gospel values of Jesus Christ, in a welcoming and safe learning environment. They oversee all classroom duties, which includes imparting instructions, managing student behavior, and addressing the needs of students in an age-appropriate manner, and any other related duties.

*Required Qualifications: *

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary School Education
• Pennsylvania state-certified (or be willing and able to obtain this certification within two years)
• Clearances required for school personnel
• Commitment and ability to work with children

Desired Qualifications:

• Practicing member of the Catholic Church, living the Catholic faith in both words and lifestyle.

*Essential Functions and Responsibilities: *

• Implement diocesan-approved Education curriculum
• Prepare lesson plans and research information for lesson development
• Impart classroom instruction in accordance with lesson plans
• Supervise and manage students' behavior and needs in and out of the classroom, maintaining appropriate classroom discipline and decorum
• Assist students to carry out classroom activities and in the development of virtues and morals
• Implement age appropriate activities and monitor safety throughout
• Communicate progress, observations, instructional objectives, activities and concerns to parents
• Maintain student records
• Maintain a clean and organized classroom, ensuring sanitation of all surfaces and equipment
• Operate technology for instructional purposes
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and abide by all Diocesan and System policies and procedures
• Perform other related duties as assigned

*Performance Factors/Job Competencies: *

• Must demonstrate adherence to the highest moral standards at all times.
• Must be able to pleasantly and effectively communicate with students, families and staff, both orally and in writing
• Must maintain a positive and enthusiastic attitude with students, parents and staff.
• Must be able to work effectively in a collaborative team
• Must participate in a professional community and be willing to grow professionally
• Must adapt to new and emerging technologies to improve instructional quality.

*Work Environment: * This job operates in a school. xhmxlyz Incumbent must be able to stand for extended periods.

*Physical Demands: (% of time) *
Standing: Frequently (>80%)
Sitting: Occasionally (80%); 20-50 lbs. Occasionally (