Grade 2 Teacher

Description

St. Matthew School, a Catholic elementary school in Forestville, CT, is searching for a full-time Grade 2 teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. Founded in 1885, St. Matthew School strives to provide the opportunity for each child to receive an excellent education, preparing them for a lifetime of learning centered on Catholic Social Teachings.

Key Responsibilities:

Responsibilities would include creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic and spiritual growth, develops second grade students' skills and a love of learning. The candidate should be competent at lesson planning and instructing, specifically, ensuring students' spiritual and academic growth.

Develop and implement daily lesson plans that address spiritual, emotional, and physical growth.

Use diverse instructional techniques such as modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating and reinforcing.

Adapt curriculum to meet individual learning needs.

Promote positive behavior through redirection, positive reinforcement, and adherence to the school's behavioral policies.

Maintain positive communication with families through newsletters, daily updates, and as-needed outreach.

Attend regular staff meetings and participate in annual reviews and professional development.

Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and teacher certification are required.

Minimum of 2 successful years of classroom experience.

Demonstrated ability to create engaging, age-appropriate lessons.

Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and faith-based environment.

A practicing member of the Catholic faith in good standing with the parish.