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Form of workSt. John the Evangelist School in Jackson is now accepting resumes for a Music Teacher.
GENERAL SUMMARY: Our teachers reveal the mission of the schools of Jackson Catholic Schools, to educate and form young people as disciples who reach their full spiritual, academic, emotional, and physical potential. The schools are to be prayerful communities of witness, evangelization, and discipleship, where the distinctively Christian way of life is modeled, taught, and lived. In every respect the schools are to be grounded in truth and Christ who is the Truth.
GENERAL SUMMARY: Our teachers reveal the mission of the schools of Jackson Catholic Schools, to educate and form young people as disciples who reach their full spiritual, academic, emotional, and physical potential. The schools are to be prayerful communities of witness, evangelization, and discipleship, where the distinctively Christian way of life is modeled, taught, and lived. In every respect the schools are to be grounded in truth and Christ who is the Truth.
SCHOOL: St. John the Evangelist Catholic School and Parish is a joyfully Catholic community steeped in strong family values, individualized student attention, and love. Generations of St. John’s families have worked together to build a school community that celebrates pre-schoolers to grandparents every single day, but especially through a vibrant Grandparents’ club, active PTO, and regular celebrations of the Catholic family. The incredibly dedicated teachers use pedagogy and curriculum to ensure growth for each and every student, but even more, they love each and every child as a child of God and a member of a very special family – the St. John’s community!
PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Recognize and support the unique Catholic mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistently with the teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Joyfully live Gospel values by being an active member of a parish community; strive to model the teaching of Jesus through attitude and example: “A Christian life is better caught than taught.”
- Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing music lesson plans designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans in grades preschool thru sixth grade.
- Prepare and direct student choir (optional student elective) at weekly school mass and monthly weekend mass.
- Develop programs for Christmas and Spring concerts and conduct student performances.
- Demonstrate competence in teaching by demonstrating current and thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter. Must be able to communicate effectively with students. Must be able to organize the classroom learning environment and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate
- student learning.
- Utilize varied instructional practices to better meet student needs. This could include but is not limited to ukulele, recorder, and guitar instruction for older students.
- Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress working with our Shared Time Program.
- Understand and demonstrate how to gather, analyze, and use student outcome data to inform instruction and better meet student individual needs.
- Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and confidence; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.
- Cooperate with school and district administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
- At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and practices.
- Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited university.
Experience: Must have student teaching experience at a minimum.
Must have excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well organized. Must be proficient in the use of computersand educational software, including using distance learning and social media platforms.
Must have excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well organized. Must be proficient in the use of computersand educational software, including using distance learning and social media platforms.
Catholic Teacher: Must have the required teaching certification for the state of Michigan. Must be a practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church. Must have a strong working knowledge of the Faith; certification as a lay minister preferred. Must pass a criminal background check and complete the Protecting God's Children program.
Physical Demands: While performing duties, employee has to walk up and down stairs, sit, stoop, squat, stand, reach, talk, hear, read, write, use a computer, and carry items that weigh up to 40 pounds. Teachers are in close physical contact with their students through teaching in the classroom. Teachers will also be in close physical contact with coworkers and parents during meetings throughout the school year.
Environmental: Adapting to a variety of different environments is necessary for teachers of any grade. While most teachers work primarily in indoor environments, there are several circumstances in which a teacher might work outdoors or outside of the school grounds. Choir loft in the church is accessible only by stairs.
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work of the position. They are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills.
