Job Description
Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart School seeks a Lower School teacher with expertise in teaching students in grades 1-3. Under the direct leadership of the Lower School Head, the Associate Lower School Head, in collaboration with the Discipline Chair and guided by the Goals and Criteria , will work independently and collaboratively to provide a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment for all learners.
Essential duties and responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• A commitment to the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart network schools as articulated in the school mission.
• Teaching students in core subjects such as math, language arts, etc.
• Organizing and managing a classroom environment to accomplish program goals safely and effectively.
• Supporting students as they develop skills and attitudes essential to realize their full potential.
• Modeling certain attributes of intelligence - academic, spiritual, and emotional - while demonstrating our belief in the dignity of all the students we serve.
• Creating and defining goals and objectives for unit and daily lesson plans; preparing classroom activities; organizing teaching materials; evaluating student performance; maintaining classroom records; and managing time effectively.
• Submitting grade reports and student comments at specified intervals.
• Holding conferences with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals.
• Engaging in curriculum reviews and collaborating on Discipline initiatives.
• Participating in faculty meetings, liturgies, chapels, retreats, school assemblies, and special events such as, but not limited to, back-to-school night and admissions showcases.
• Utilizing cognitive science and educational research to inform teaching practices.
• Participating in reflective, self-directed, ongoing professional development.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred
• A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing
• At least three to five years of teaching experience is preferred
• Intercultural competency and a commitment to supporting social justice, inclusion, and diversity as articulated in the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria .
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth
• Enthusiasm for teaching students of all abilities
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated success with effective use of technology
Essential duties and responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to, the following:
• A commitment to the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart network schools as articulated in the school mission.
• Teaching students in core subjects such as math, language arts, etc.
• Organizing and managing a classroom environment to accomplish program goals safely and effectively.
• Supporting students as they develop skills and attitudes essential to realize their full potential.
• Modeling certain attributes of intelligence - academic, spiritual, and emotional - while demonstrating our belief in the dignity of all the students we serve.
• Creating and defining goals and objectives for unit and daily lesson plans; preparing classroom activities; organizing teaching materials; evaluating student performance; maintaining classroom records; and managing time effectively.
• Submitting grade reports and student comments at specified intervals.
• Holding conferences with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals.
• Engaging in curriculum reviews and collaborating on Discipline initiatives.
• Participating in faculty meetings, liturgies, chapels, retreats, school assemblies, and special events such as, but not limited to, back-to-school night and admissions showcases.
• Utilizing cognitive science and educational research to inform teaching practices.
• Participating in reflective, self-directed, ongoing professional development.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications
• A Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred
• A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing
• At least three to five years of teaching experience is preferred
• Intercultural competency and a commitment to supporting social justice, inclusion, and diversity as articulated in the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria .
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth
• Enthusiasm for teaching students of all abilities
• Strong communication skills
• Demonstrated success with effective use of technology
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Lower School (Grades 1-3) Teacher position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in Miami offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.