Description
St. Martin of Tours School is seeking a full time 5th grade teacher for the upcoming 2020-21 academic year. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following: (This list is meant to be representative, not exhaustive.)
Teach and follow recommended Archdiocesan, state and school Frameworks.
Keep current on educational research, trends, and practices.
Integrate a variety of instructional strategies and curriculum content.
Establish immediate and long range objectives which are in accord with SMT’s curricula.
Prepare effective plans to meet objectives and publish in our online lesson plan platform
Motivate student by making lessons interesting and challenging.
Give explanations, reasonable and appropriate assignments, and directions clearly.
Organize the classroom setting to contribute to the learning process.
Evaluate individual student progress regularly and maintain records for report card and/or parent conference in our online student management system.
Work collaboratively and cooperatively with colleagues to develop and align curriculum, instruction, and interdisciplinary projects.
Enlist the assistance of counselors, administration, and other support personnel where appropriate.
Provide lesson plans for guest teachers as needed.
Establish clear parameters for student behavior in the classroom.
Discipline student in a firm and controlled manner.
Encourage students to develop courtesy, self-control, respect, and responsibility.
Enforce rules throughout the school.
Demonstrate continued professional development.
Develop rapport with students as individuals in a professional manner.
Participate in extra-curricular responsibilities.
Perform such classroom teaching and other duties related to the school program as may be assigned from time to time by the Principal or designee i.e. yard duty, substituting etc. The preceding list of responsibilities is not exhaustive and may be supplemented as necessary.
Requirements
The ideal candidate will have elementary teaching experience and possess a valid California credential.
Information/Application Contact
St. Martin of Tours School (Los Angeles)
11955 Sunset Blvd.
Los Angeles, CA 90049
dmargulis@smtschool.net