Preschool Co-Teaching Position - Academy of the Sacred Heart

Preschool Co-Teaching Position Academy of the Sacred Heart in New Orleans, founded in 1867, is an independent, Catholic college‑prep institution for girls offering 17 years of instruction from toddlers through twelfth grade. The Academy is one of 25 Sacred Heart Schools in the United States‑Canada network sponsored by the Religious of the Sacred Heart (RSCJ). Job Description The Preschool Co‑Teacher is a faculty member directly accountable to the Preschool & Lower School Division Head. The role works with the Division Head, Dean of Students, students, and parents to ensure that the spirit and life of the school reflect the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Education, embraces and implements the school’s mission and philosophy, participates in the Christ‑centered life of the school, and models the school’s philosophy in working with students, parents, colleagues, and administration. Understands, embraces, and implements the school’s mission and philosophy as written in the Goals and Criteria; participates in the Christ‑centered life of the school; and models the school’s philosophy in working with students, parents, colleagues, and administration. Works with the Division Head to execute responsibilities related to the academic program, including curriculum development and implementation, classroom design, classroom management, student evaluation, progress reports, and parent communication. Collaborates with counselors to aid students in achieving maximum development and growth, through observation of students’ behavior and needs, consultation, and referrals when indicated. Acts as a team player who collaborates daily and weekly with the entire grade‑level team to plan and share ideas. Actively supervises and interacts with students while on the play yard. Assists the lead teacher in planning and maintaining a safe, clean learning environment and in assuring the well‑being and safety of the children in care. Maintains a cooperative attitude of working together with the Division Head, lead teacher, volunteers, and parents in planning and implementing activities. Assists the lead teacher in assessing each child to determine the child’s strengths and areas that may need help. Attends and participates in chapels, liturgical functions, retreats, faculty/department/in‑service meetings, assemblies, parent assemblies, conferences, and other school functions as requested. Maintains professional currency by yearly participation in the professional development program, which includes opportunities for conferences, workshops, educational meetings, and advanced degree coursework, and by regular reading of educational journals and discipline‑related materials. Agrees to fulfill the terms of the contract of employment. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood or Elementary Education Required certification in education At least two years of teaching experience in an early childhood program The Academy of the Sacred Heart is an equal opportunity employer. The goal of the Academy is to hire and motivate an outstanding and diverse faculty and staff who work together harmoniously toward the common mission. #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese of New Orleans