APPLICANT MUST APPLY FOR THIS POSITION THROUGH THE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS LINK : POSITION TITLE : Math Instructional Specialist
Department : Catholic Schools
Grade : 2
Supervisor : Principal
II. PURPOSE AND SCOPE :
Under the supervision of the principal, the Math Instructional Specialist is a person of faith who strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the grades or classes assigned; develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards; maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school; establishes positive school-community relationships; continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and / or assigned by the principal.
III. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
A. Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education :
- Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education
- Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching
- Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church
- Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society
- Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by the example of their lives
B. Assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the classes assigned :
Provides a positive learning environmentOrganizes the classroom to facilitate student learningSupervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in schoolWorks toward the creation of a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school communityTeaches in accordance with diocesan and local policies as well as appropriate state lawsShows respect for individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parentsDevelops and implements a daily and weekly schedule covering all areas of curriculumC. Develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards :
Integrates Church’s teachings in all aspects of the curriculumDetermines levels of student achievementUses appropriate teaching strategies to meet individual student needsUses resources available to promote learning experiences for all studentsUses a variety of instructional strategies and incorporates technology into instructionRefers students for evaluation and consultation when necessary in collaboration with administration and parentsIncludes all students in presentation and discussionsD. Evaluates student progress effectively :
Uses a variety of ongoing assessmentsAligns assessments with goals, objectives, information taught, and instructional guidelines and Curriculum Standards of the Diocese and schoolProvides prompt constructive feedback on student work and performanceMaintains students’ records consistently and accuratelyE. Maintains accurate records in all record keeping as required by the school :
Maintains proper grading and / or reporting system for each student as required by the principalMeets deadlines with official classroom reports, attendance, and statistics as required by the principalMaintains daily lesson plansF. Establishes positive school-community relationships :
Maintains cooperative relations with all in the school communityPromotes respectful and positive school relationshipsMaintains awareness of his / her role as a Catholic schoolteacher and its impact on the communityProvides for regular conferences and meetings with parentsCooperates with and helps promote various curricular and co-curricular programs within the schoolAttends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in-servicesG. Continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications :
Keeps informed of current instructional practices through professional reading and educational opportunitiesParticipates in professional activities and joins appropriate professional organizationsAttends diocesan sponsored in-servicesAttends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in-servicesActively participates in the process of continuous school improvementMaintains personal professional development recordsH. Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and / or assigned by the principal.
Job Requirements :
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situationsMust use good judgment in daily encountersMust use verbal and written language correctlyMust demonstrate an appropriate sense of humorMust demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychologyMust maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbookMINIMUM QUALIFICATION
Preference given to Catholic teacherMust meet Ministry Formation Certification and / or re-certification as required by Diocesan policyMust be willing to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic and if non – Catholic willing to support Catholic teachings and philosophyMust hold a Bachelor’s DegreeMust be certified by the Arizona State Department of Education as a teacher and meets applicable NCA requirements.Received Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of ConductFBI Fingerprint clearance (IVP Card) completedOur Lady of Mount Carmel Roman Catholic Parish Tem
2117 S Rural Rd
Tempe AZ, 85282-1409