- Full Time
- Danbury, CT

Kindergarten Teacher, St. Joseph Catholic School
Overview
Under direction of the school principal, the kindergarten classroom teacher is responsible for supporting school and Diocese of Bridgeport in its mission. He/she facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing diocesan approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Educators are engaged in a school conducted by Roman Catholic Church for express purpose of education in the academic, social, moral and religious values promulgated by the Church.
Responsibilities
- Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Active member of a faith community and is open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
- Helps build school’s faith community-demonstrates willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.
- Demonstrates effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and incorporates school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and able to communicate effectively with students; must organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks and motivate student learning.
- Continue to acquire professional knowledge and learning of current developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, professional development, reading professional educational publications, etc.
- Encourage parental involvement in students’ education and ensures effective communication with students and parents.
- Coordinate with other elementary professional staff members, especially within grade level or PLCs, to evaluate and assess curriculum, and participates in faculty meetings and committees.
- Develops and uses effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluates student progress.
- Establishes a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self- image; sets high standards for student behavior and manages inappropriate behavior effectively as per school/diocesan policies.
- Cooperates with school and diocesan administration; works effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
- At all times demonstrates professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
- Maintains confidentiality of information, sound judgment in professional dress and general behavior.
- Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and Office of the Superintendent of Schools.
Note: The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.
FLSA Status: Exempt
Basic Qualifications
- Working knowledge and strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church.
- Excellent communications skills – written, verbal, public speaking and presentation skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills; a self-starter and well-organized; team player; multi-tasker
- Proficient in computer technology and related educational technology.
- Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies – adapt appropriately.
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree accredited college/university in Education or related discipline to teaching assignment
- Valid State Teaching Certification in appropriate grade level and/or subject
Preferred Qualifications
- Practicing Roman Catholic, in good standing
- Master’s Degree
- Demonstrated experience teaching in a Catholic School
- Successful prior teaching experience for the appropriate grade level
Starting Date: August 13, 2023
Deadline: Open until filled **
Telephone: 203-416-1638
Deadline: Open until filled **
Telephone: 203-416-1638
To learn more about the position contact: lhowe@sjsdanbury.org
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Tagged as: Classroom Teacher, Early Childhood