Kindergarten Teacher

Kindergarten Teacher

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, Hitchcock, Texas Position Purpose: Under the supervision of the Principal, to assist certified professional staff with students in the classroom to meet instructional goals and objectives, and to free certified professional employees from non-professional duties. The successful candidate is expected to: Be mature, responsible, energetic and nurturing with excellent interpersonal skills. Minimum of a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university. Texas State Teaching Certification Receive and pass a criminal background check clearance. Be trained and verified in Safe Haven child abuse awareness. Be committed to the philosophy of Catholic school and value oriented education. Have a current Catechist Certificate or working towards one. Able to handle both face-to-face teaching and remote online teaching. Essential Functions Develops and administers school curriculum consistent with school goals and objectives. Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction and student learning. Develops lesson plans and instructional materials and translates lesson plans into learning experiences so as to best utilize the available time for instruction Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual and small group instruction as needed. Instructs students in the principles of responsible digital citizenship and other subject matters specified in applicable laws, as well as administrative regulations and procedures of the school system. Continues to acquire professional knowledge and learn of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops or professional meetings, or by conducting research. Agrees to acquire professional knowledge in the area of Catholic Church teachings, Organizes and maintains a system for accurate and complete record-keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement and attendance as required by procedures and applicable laws. Encourages parental involvement in students' education and ensures effective communication with students and parents. Ensures that student conduct conforms to the school's standards as outlined in the Student & Faculty Handbooks and establishes and maintains standards of pupil behavior needed to achieve a functional learning atmosphere in the classroom. Coordinates with other professional staff members, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees. Selects and requisitions appropriate books, instructional aids and other supplies and equipment and maintains inventory records. Administers standardized tests in accordance with testing programs. Agrees to follow and uphold all COVID protocols set forth by the school's plan. Additional duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to carry out instructions furnished in written or oral form. Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed to assist students. Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel). Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals. Ability to maintain confidentiality of information regarding students, employees and others. Ability to establish a supportive and compassionate relationship with students with special needs. Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work. Ability to report work orally or in writing to supervisor as required. Effective writing and verbal communication skills. Qualifications Profile: Any combination of education and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to: High School diploma or equivalent. Prior experience working with children is desirable. FLSA Status: Non-exempt, paid for time worked.