Catholic School Reading Specialist- Part time

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church. The teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of a personal faith journey; strive to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons and activities designed to implement and achieve academic and artistic goals and objectives as adopted by the School.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize small group instruction and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
• Work collaboratively with classroom teachers to promote student growth.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment and be a responsible steward of the resources.
• Cooperate with School and Diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents. Specific attention will be given toward prompt attendance at scheduled faculty training and meetings.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing school policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Daily recess monitoring for students of all grades.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Basic Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent communication skills, including written and oral, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well- organized; must be a team player.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of excel and related technology.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Complete and pass a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing; clean and neat personal appearance.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution
• Experience in elementary classroom (K-5) teaching (within the past 5 years preferred)
• Knowledge and/or experience with the Science of Reading
• Diocesan catechesis certification, or working towards certification

Terms of Employment:

Length of Employment: Annual contract August-May

Daily Schedule: 20 hours per week (Wednesday off; MTThF 8:30-1:30)