Under the direction of the school principal, the high school Religion teacher is responsible for supporting the school and the Diocese of Bridgeport in its mission. He/she is to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills through implementing diocesan approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students and by creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; and providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc. Educators are engaged in a school conducted by the Roman Catholic Church for the express purpose of education in the academic, social, moral and religious values promulgated by the Church.

Recognizing and supporting the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church
Promoting a clean and well-organized classroom environment conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning
Using creative, hands-on methods of learning
Encouraging, monitoring and mediating social interactions between children
Conducting learning exercises with small groups of children
Participating in professional growth opportunities when presented
Encouraging parental involvement in students’ education and assisting in effective communication with parents and students
Coordinating with the lead teacher on the classroom curriculum, goals and objectives
Supporting students’ social and emotional growth through consistent instruction and supports to bring young learners into a positive culture of high expectations.
Cooperating and working effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents
Demonstrating professional responsibility and serving as a role model for impressionable minds
Maintaining confidentiality, sound judgment, professional dress, and general behavior
Performing other related tasks as assigned by the Head of School and 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.

Overview

Responsibilities

Basic Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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