Elementary Teacher

Location

Name of Facility: St. Bernard Catholic School
Address
3601 N. 65th Street
Omaha, Nebraska
68104

Submitted By

Name: Sara Hood
Email: sahood@archomaha.org

Description

Department: Elementary
Reports to: Principal of Record and Pastor

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

This position requires the teacher to develop lesson plans, design classroom instruction, and facilitate learning for all students in small classes. The teacher will create a caring, Christian, and positive learning environment for academic, social-emotional, and spiritual development. The teacher will provide accommodations to support the student’s growth in the general curriculum and, if necessary, also work with resource staff to adjust instruction to meet the needs of all students.

The teacher will maintain students’ academic progress and records, along with various assessments, to document students' progress throughout the year. The teacher will maintain lines of communication between parents, students, their Instructional Para, administration, and fellow school staff.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
*Effective classroom management
*Strong skills and in-depth knowledge in Literature and Language Arts
*Well-developed written and oral communication skills
*Familiar with and confident in technology systems (Smart boards, laptops, document cameras, etc.)
*Strong organizational and time management abilities
*Background in middle school education, committed to the Catholic faith, and well-developed classroom management
*Expertise in curriculum, instruction, and assessment in the content area

Education and Experience
Strong in understanding and living the Catholic faith
Bachelor's Degree in Education
Possesses a valid teacher or provisional teacher certification from the State of Nebraska
Minimum of three years teaching experience preferred
Complete a background check, and the Archdiocese of Omaha requires Safe Environment training

Application Instructions

Cover letter and resume
List of references – References will only be contacted once an applicant has reached semifinalist standing, and with permission of the applicant (to preserve confidentiality on the applicant’s part)

Materials are to be sent to:
Sara Hood, M.S. Ed.
Archdiocese of Omaha
sahood@archomaha.org