Upper Elementary Teacher

About Holy Name Founded in 1953, Holy Name serves students in pre-kindergarten through grade 6. Holy Name is located in West Roxbury, MA. Holy Name offers a rigorous academic program designed to educate the whole child. Mission Statement The Holy Name Parish School Mission is to engage students in a positive, challenging program. We encourage lifelong learning and the development of responsible, productive, faith-centered citizens of the world. Central to our identity is a respectful Catholic community that integrates faith formation, a commitment to values, and the academic education of the whole child within a nurturing environment. Position: Upper Elementary (Third Grade through Sixth Grade) Employment Status: Full-Time; September through June (Availability beginning August 26, 2024) Essential Duties and Responsibilities Third and fourth grades are generally self-contained, but in some cases partner teachers swap teaching responsibilities for a particular subject. Fifth and sixth grades are departmentalized. Fifth and sixth grade teachers teach English, science, social studies, math, religion or a combination of those subjects to fifth and sixth graders. Serve as a homeroom teacher Implement the designed curriculum and programs; prior experience with any of the following Great Minds’ Wit & Wisdom or Reveal Math is a plus Prepare classroom lessons and activities according to best practices Adapt and modify techniques and materials for effectiveness as necessary Create a safe, nurturing classroom utilizing the school’s social-emotional learning program Monitor and communicate student academic and developmental progress to parents Maintain accurate and complete student records and maintain the confidentiality of those records. Communicate clearly, consistently and positively with parents via all appropriate mediums. Attend to assigned supervisory duties (i.e., arrival and dismissal, lunch, recess, etc.). Attend faculty/staff meetings, in-service training and parent meetings. Participate with other faculty members in curriculum planning. Professional Dispositions Incorporate a whole-child approach into educational philosophy Work collaboratively with your partner or team especially on teaching and learning cycles Maintain current knowledge of educational research and trends; attend professional development conferences, seminars, trainings and in-service activities. Qualifications BA in education or related field Prior teaching experience preferred A willingness to engage in meaningful collaboration with colleagues Ability to communicate effectively with parents and colleagues Well-organized Ability to handle sensitive, timely, and critical matters that require good judgment, respect, and discretion Working Conditions and Environment The responsibilities of the position will be fulfilled in a school environment that may require: Extended periods of standing Exposure to outdoor weather conditions Lifting up to 25 lbs Carrying materials and equipment Elevated noise levels The duties and requirements described above are representative of those encountered during performance of the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.