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Diocesetucson

Certified Teacher - Second Grade

Diocesetucson, Safford, Arizona, us, 85548

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Job Title:

Certified Catholic School Teacher

Location:

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School, Safford, Arizona

Department/Classification:

Certified Teacher – School (Teacher on Contract)

Primary Function:

Under the direction of the school principal, support the Diocese of Tucson in its mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. Serve as a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing in alignment with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.

Demonstrate living Gospel values by active participation in faith community and modeling the teaching of Jesus through attitude and example.

Help build the school’s faith community by planning and participating in school religious and service activities.

Lead and participate in classroom prayer daily.

Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives adopted by the school, including Catholic religious curriculum.

Demonstrate competence in teaching by applying current knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum, communicating effectively with students, and organizing classroom learning and materials to maximize student engagement and learning.

Provide evidence‑based instruction and intervention to students at Tier 2 and Tier 3 of the MTSS framework.

Willingness to teach in an online learning environment using Google Classroom or other platforms.

Develop and use effective evaluation methods directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught.

Establish a consistent disciplinary approach that promotes self‑direction and positive self‑image.

Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.

Cooperate with school and diocesan administration and work effectively with all staff to promote positive relationships with students and parents.

At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing school policies and regulations.

Maintain confidentiality of information; display sound judgment in dress and behavior; comply with school dress code.

Abide by rules and directives from the principal; perform any additional duties assigned.

Physical and Mental Requirements Require coordination, manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and ability to lift as required in a normal office environment. Activities include walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying and keyboarding.

Basic Qualifications

Strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church; if baptized, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion.

Excellent communication skills—written, oral, public speaking, and presentation.

Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; self‑starter, well‑organized, and team player.

Availability for evening and weekend work as necessary; reliable transportation.

Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Proficiency in computer technology, including word processing, Excel, and related technologies; maintain confidentiality.

Flexibility in assessing needs and adapting strategies in a ministerial environment.

Professional bearing and clean, neat personal appearance.

Completed criminal history and background check.

Valid and current Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.

Education and Experience

Completed bachelor’s degree or higher.

Certified by the State of Arizona as a Teacher with renewal per state law.

Willingness to obtain and maintain Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification.

Covenants of Employment St. Rose of Lima Catholic School is a Roman Catholic religious organization. Employees are expected to conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church and Arizona state law. Under the “Zero Tolerance” policy, no employee may be retained if determined to have abused a minor or violated boundaries in dealing with minors.

Exemption Status:

Exempt

Job Classifications:

Certified Teacher – current Arizona Standard Professional Teaching Certificate or Alternative Teacher Certificate. Pay classification: Teacher on Contract.

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