St. John Paul II Catholic High School seeks a candidate for a full time high school social studies teacher. The ideal candidate is creative, organized, flexible, current in the latest teaching methods, technologically savvy, and has good classroom management. This candidate collaborates well with other staff members and must be certified in Florida or in another state. Candidates must pass all required fingerprinting and background checks as required by the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee and the State of Florida.
Instruct 4-5 sections of High School level social studies courses, possibly including Advanced Placement levels.
Qualifications:
Minimum of three years teaching experience at the high school level
Bachelor’s degree or secondary education
Florida Teaching Certificate or eligible to obtain a Florida Teaching Certificate
Level II Background Screening
Must be able to work in the United States
Requirements:
Clearly plans for and implements projects, problem-based learning opportunities , instructional technology, and incorporates resources from a variety of viewpoints and experts.
Assesses students with appropriate measures, including performance assessments, process assessments, narratives, and rubrics.
Maintains a safe, secure, interactive, respectful, and healthy educational environment ; follows, establishes, and enforces school standards and procedures and complies with legal requirements.
Interacts positively with parents, students, other faculty, resource staff, and partners in education while establishing consistent and ongoing communication processes.
Fosters a collaborative environment in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the school.
Participates fully in professional development opportunities, meetings, school events, and conferences.
Date Needed : August 2024
Other requirements:
- Must support the mission and goals of the St. John Paul II Catholic High School
- Maintaining a classroom environment based on respect that reflects the values and mission of the school
- Instructional design and implementation; candidate demonstrates the ability to differentiate instruction for diverse student needs without relying on worksheets and secondary texts.
- Maintains organized, well-planned, and thoroughly researched lesson plans that reach all learners. Clearly plans for and implements projects, problem-based learning opportunities, instructional technology, and incorporates resources from a variety of viewpoints and experts.
- Assesses students with appropriate measures, including performance assessments, process assessments, narratives, and rubrics .
- Maintains a safe, secure, interactive, respectful, and healthy educational environment ; follows, establishes, and enforces school standards and procedures and complies with legal requirements.
- Interacts positively with parents, students, other faculty, resource staff, and partners in education while establishing consistent and ongoing communication processes.
- Fosters a collaborative environment in all aspects of the day-to-day operations of the school.
- Participates fully in professional development opportunities, meetings, school events, and conferences.
- Demonstrates the value of lifelong learning by reading professional publications and engaging in continuing and professional educational experiences and being open to implementing new strategies and feedback into one's professional practice.
- Dedication and commitment to the growth, reputation, and excellence of the school in all activities both in and out of the classroom.
- Strong classroom management skills
- Motivating and engaging instructor.
- Establishing a culture of learning and an environment of positive social interaction that actively engages students in learning and self-motivation
- Accurately assessing student learning through formative and summative assessments and effectively adapting instruction based on these assessments
- Keeping accurate records, ensuring that students are progressing, and monitoring progress through progress reports and report cards
- Performing supervision duties as assigned
- Meet with students and parents to discuss any concerns or issues with student progress and learning
- Participating in school-based committees and working with other teachers in the social studies department and other departments in the school
- Attending and participating in ongoing professional development activities
- Creates a positive educational climate for students to learn in an atmosphere of respect and rapport
- Creates and delivers relevant and rigorous lessons that maximize student engagement and achievement
- Utilizes a variety of teaching practices and methodologies that reflect diverse educational, cultural, and learning styles in order to meet the individual needs of students
Our Mission Statement: It is the mission of St. John Paul II Catholic High School to provide an affordable college preparatory curriculum within a Christ-centered Catholic environment. This mission encompasses the education of the whole person – spirit, mind, and body – within the tradition of the Catholic Church.
Hours per week: 40-49
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Tallahassee, FL 32311: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
Education:
License/Certification:
- Teaching Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Tallahassee, FL 32311: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
