Description
Located in the heart of Northridge, Our Lady of Lourdes is a Catholic learning community for students from TK to 8th Grade. We are a welcoming community focused on promoting student growth by fostering dynamic partnerships with parents and guardians. We seek a primary school teacher for the 2022-2023 school year. The teacher will serve in a primary grade homeroom (K-2nd) and be responsible for teaching ELA, Math, Social Studies, Science, and Religion. We are seeking an experienced educator who is dynamic, flexible, and collaborative.
The grade teacher will:
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Provide an instructional program based on the needs of each student
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Implement our school adopted programs as the base curriculum for the grade
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Create and maintain positive relationships with students, families, and other teachers
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Differentiate effectively for diverse learners in the classroom
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Assess students learning frequently and effectively to ensure grade level standards are being met
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Create engaging lesson and unit plans under the supervision of the principal and other educational leaders at the school
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Document student learning and report home frequently on student assessments and progress
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Utilize multi-modal methods of instruction and learning in recognition of the diverse ways students learn
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Assist the administration in creating a respectful school environment
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Collaborate with grade level peers to support students, integrate learning across multiple subject areas and create a holistic grade level experience
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Recognize parents as critical partners in student learning and utilize support services within the school
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Use technology appropriately to advance learning goals
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Attend all staff meetings and fulfill other duties assigned by the principal
Requirements
The ideal candidate will:
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Have 5+ years of classroom experience as a lead classroom teacher
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At a minimum have a Bachelor’s degree (advanced degree preferred)
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Have a California Teaching Credential (preferred)
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Be familiar with progressive educational approaches (Project Based Learning, student centered classroom, flipped classroom etc)
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Experience with Google Classroom, G Suite and other LMS a plus
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Have experience in lesson planning and curriculum design
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Possess a love of learning and a passion for engaging students
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Have experience differentiation for diverse classroom learners
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Be a collaborative team member who will seek advice from peers and rely on the professional expertise of our administrators and support services
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Experience with Catholic schools is a plus
Interested candidates should email a cover letter and resume to principal@ollnr.org
Position would begin August 1, 2022
Information/Application Contact
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish School (Northridge)
18437 Superior St.
Northridge, CA 91325
principal@ollnr.org