1st grade teacher-Saint John’s of Little Canada

Position Overview

Responsible for organizing, implementing, and providing an educational program where students have the opportunity to fulfill their potential for intellectual, emotional, physical, spiritual, and psychological growth.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Planning and Instruction

• Demonstrates knowledge of and proficiency with subject matter
• Designs and implements effective instruction to engage student learning
• Plans and delivers instruction for a variety of learners
• Develops lessons that consider multiple perspectives
• Motivates students to engage in the learning process
• Understands and uses assessment to promote student learning

Classroom Environment

• Creates an environment that promotes respect, rapport, and learning
• Establishes effective relationships with students
• Communicates clear and consistent expectations for learning, behavior, and achievement
• Monitors and manages student behavior effectively

Communication

• Communicates effectively with families, students, and colleagues
• Communicates student progress in a timely and thorough manner
• Demonstrates effective written and oral communication skills

Professional Responsibility

• Supports the mission and values of the school
• Supports the programs and priorities of the department, division, and school
• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships with faculty, students, and parents
• Maintains confidentiality
• Demonstrates professional behavior
• Seeks and develops opportunities for professional growth
• Attends and participates in required meetings, school events, and committee work
• Performs duties as required/requested

Education and/or Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Minnesota Department of Education licensure
• Experience with using technology in teaching and learning

To apply: 

Submit a letter of interest, resume, and two letters of reference to dhurley@sjolc.org