Substitute Teacher – Long Term Theology-Feb 2022

Description: Title: Theology Teacher – Long Term (TBD approximately February 2022 – April 2022)
Supervisor: Principal
FLSA: Exempt
The position includes duties as a classroom teacher, Theology curriculum owner, and active contributor to the overall growth of students and the school. Will perform all other day-to-day duties as a full-time faculty member at Incarnate Word Academy.
Hours: 7:30 – 3:45 Monday to Friday
MISSION, VALUES, AND SENSE OF COMMUNITY

• Ensures that the mission and values of the Academy are upheld within the department.
• Gives witness to integrity and respect while representing the Academy in the broader community.
• Engages and becomes part of the Incarnate Word Academy community.
• Serves all IWA families with compassion and respect.

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CHARACTERISTICS

• This position requires a professional who:
• Holds a bachelor’s degree or above in theology or Catholic studies from an accredited Catholic college or university.
• Is a practicing Catholic.
• Has completed 12 credit hours in education courses or holds a valid, state teaching certificate.
• Is passionate about teaching theology to young women.
• Lives the Incarnate Word Academy leadership identity and principles as a role model to students.
• Promotes the Catholic identity of the school to faculty, staff, students, and families.
• Supports and implements the philosophy of Catholic education.
• Participates in building a faith community.
• Serves as a content expert and seeks out opportunities to expand his or her knowledge.
• Thrives on a collaborative team that promotes daily brainstorming and creative thinking.
• Exhibits a growth mindset and continually improves the way he or she operates.
• Masters diverse teaching styles and thoughtfully selects the appropriate teaching style for the material and students.
• Often works as a co-learner in the classroom, allowing for student-led questioning and discussion and student-developed assignments.
• Assigns homework intentionally, sometimes asking students to recall or apply information but often asking them to analyze, evaluate or create.
• Embraces classroom technology and uses it as a tool for learning (Microsoft products, iPad apps, Google apps and classroom functionality such as SmartBoards).
• Provides the Academic Dean with weekly lesson plans that align curriculum, instruction and assessment, and integrates technology into the curriculum.
• Uses instructional time efficiently and effectively.
• Evaluates student progress effectively, keeping records and reports required by the school.
• Constantly challenges course lesson plans to align with best practices and updated knowledge.
• Builds appropriate and professional mentorship relationships with students.
• Values student and teacher wellness.
• Follow directives of the principal and regulations as set forth in the school employee handbook.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by individuals in this job classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of individuals in this job classification. All job classifications may have miscellaneous job duties assigned on an as-needed basis. Management, at the appropriate level, retains the right to assign and change the duties of any position at any time.
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PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND CHARACTERISTICS*

• Masters degree or higher.
• Prior teaching experience at middle school, high school, or college level.
• Experience with the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston Theology Curriculum:

o Theology I: The Revelation of Jesus Christ in Scripture and Who Is Jesus Christ?
o Theology II: The Mission of Jesus Christ and Jesus Christ Continues the Mission of the Church
o Theology III: Sacraments and Life in Jesus Christ
o Theology IV: Living as a Disciple of Jesus Christ in Society and Ecumenical and Interreligious Issues
SUPERVISION
Receives immediate supervision from Theology Department Chair and school-wide organizational support from Academic Dean and School Principal.
FUNCTION STATEMENT
Essential and important responsibilities and duties may include but are not limited to the following:

• Teach a maximum of 5 sections of theology per day in Theology II, and Ancient Greek and Roman Culture in an all-girls Catholic environment.
• Actively access professional development materials and evolve/improve curriculum.
• Excitedly take on responsibilities above and beyond typical classroom duties.
• Normal duties are required of all faculty members.

Job Type: Full-time