The Archdiocese of Baltimore Hiring For Teacher, English – at Hagerstown, MD Full Time

St. Maria Goretti Catholic High School, located in Hagerstown, Maryland, has an opening for an English Teacher.

The Teacher is responsible for all lessons in English to students in grades 9-12, which will include a high school homeroom. The English program at St. Maria Goretti Catholic High School is a rigorous and very successful element of our curriculum, with students utilizing iPads as part of daily instruction.

Job Responsibilities:

• Develop and document weekly lesson plans consistent with curriculum guidelines
• Provide grade appropriate instructional program within the context of the AOB English curriculum
• Responsible for the safety and active supervision of students at all times and for classroom management using PBIS (positive behavior intervention and support) protocols
• Implement lesson plans, utilizing techniques to motivate, challenge and engage students
• Establish reasonable standards for student achievement, updating electronic grade book weekly
• Must have the necessary classroom management skills to supervise adolescents
• Interact effectively and respond to all parent communication in a professional, empathetic and timely manner
• Participate in faculty meetings, retreats, school committees and in-service learning opportunities
• Work collaboratively with other teachers, staff and administration
• Integrate iPad and Smartboard technology effectively into a 21st Century classroom
• Actively participate in on going embedded professional development and professional learning communities

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in English/Literature or related field
• Current MSDE certification, or willingness to obtain certification
• Previous experience in a high school education is preferred
• Must be comfortable with technology to include Google Docs, Smartboards, virtual learning equipment etc.

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