Job Description
The instructional support educator reports to the principal and is responsible for lesson planning, instructional implementation, assessment, record keeping, and promoting the mission of Catholic education at Saint Peter the Apostle School as it applies to students with special instructional needs. The instructional support educator is the primary caretaker of students and is responsible for providing adequate supervision, building respectful and appropriate relationships with students and parents, and working with other teachers to provide continuity of quality Catholic education at Saint Peter the Apostle School. He or she is tasked with coordinating the Student Support Team, working with parents and teachers to ensure appropriate testing and instruction for students with learning disabilities, monitoring the learning plans and progress of English as a New Language Learners, and coordinating early intervention screenings and services.
Duties and Responsibilities
● Observing the directives of the Office of Catholic Education, Standards of Ministerial Behavior and Boundaries, and of the local school as found in the Faculty and Staff Handbook.
● Being familiar with the Archdiocesan Elementary Schools Policies and Procedures recommended by the Office of Catholic Education.
● Praying with children, helping them experience the Gospel message of Jesus, treating students with respect and kindness, preparing students for liturgies, and teaching religion.
● Maintaining catechetical certification.
● Keeping accurate and complete records of communications, grades, lessons, accommodation and modification agreements, and other necessary documentation.
● Preparing lesson plans and presenting lesson plans to the administrator for review in an organized and timely manner.
● Attending Home and School Association Meetings and being available for meetings with parents/guardians.
● Verifying student absences through written notes from parent/guardian.
● Assuming supervisory responsibilities as determined by the needs of the school including but not limited to: recess duty, morning arrival and dismissal duty, hallway supervision, bathroom supervision, etc.
● Accepting leadership opportunities in a spirit of collaboration as determined by local needs.
● Keeping the classroom in good order and establishing a learning atmosphere.
● Preparing classroom displays that are meaningful, current, and related to learning.
● Maintaining professional competency through awareness of changes in educational practices and procedures and having a positive attitude toward change and innovation.
● Attending in\-service programs conducted by the Archdiocese, district, and local school.
● Communicating regularly with parents/guardians.
● Attending faculty meetings and reviewing all written policies, procedures and communications from the administration. Accepting responsibility and taking initiative to put into practice all directives of the administration.
● Monitoring student conduct through an established system of progressive discipline; taking responsibility for the first steps of discipline: documentation, communication with parents, and when necessary, escalation to administration.
● Conferring with the administrator or his/her designee on administrative and policy matters.
● Dressing in a manner appropriate and suitable for professional teachers.
● Taking responsibility for assigned roles in Middle States Accreditation, Certificate of Compliance, and other outside organizational responsibilities.
● Duties and responsibilities as needed and assigned by the school principal.
Essential Functions:
● Create a culture and atmosphere of professionalism and respect among faculty/staff and administration by refraining from criticizing colleagues in front of students or parents or to other faculty members, speaking respectfully to one another, and being inclusive of all members of the community.
● Commit to a culture of academic excellence and integrity by utilizing instructional time fully and communicating high expectations with parents and students.
● Build an atmosphere where students are encouraged in their spiritual and human formation to adopt Catholic values and the human virtues of integrity, honesty, maturity, and responsibility that will enable them to be successful in the future.
● Observe appropriate boundaries between students/parents and teachers in communication, technology, and finances.
● Follow all safety and security protocols and procedures and report any health, safety, or security concerns to the administration immediately.
Skills:
● Proven experience as a teacher
● Thorough knowledge of teaching best practices and legal educational guidelines partnered with a willingness to follow the school’s policies and procedures
● Proficient in use of Google for Education and Google Classroom
● Able to learn and maintain an online gradebook, virtual communications, and other instructional technology and student information management systems.
● Well\-organized and committed
● Creative and energetic
● Strong moral values and discipline
● Work independently and collaboratively without extensive oversight
● Be able to manage schedules, multi\-task, and respond to unpredictable situations with creativity and confidence
● Communicate positively and effectively with all members of the school community
● Degree in teaching or in a specialized subject with a certificate in education
Requirements:
● FBI Fingerprint
● PA Child Abuse
● Criminal Background Check
● Completion of Safe Environment Training
● All required Archdiocese of Philadelphia documents
Job Type: Part\-time
Pay: $35,000\.00 \- $45,000\.00 per year
Benefits:
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Teaching: 2 years (Required)
- Philadelphia, PA 19123: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
Ability to Relocate:
Work Location: In person