Diocesetucson is hiring: Teacher - Music in Tucson

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Base pay range

$42,000.00/yr - $57,000.00/yr

Catholic School Job Description

Job Title: Catholic School Music Teacher Exemption Status: Exempt

Department/Location: St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School / Tucson, AZ

Job Classifications

• Certified Teacher: Has an Arizona Standard Professional Teaching Certificate through the AZ Department of Education that is current and in good standing. The position classification is “Certified Teacher” and the pay classification for payroll purposes is “Teacher on Contract”. To remain on contract, the teacher must maintain the certification current and in good standing.
• Certified Teacher: Has an Alternative Teacher Certificate through the AZ Department of Education. The position classification is “Certified Teacher – Pathway” and the pay classification for payroll purposes is “Teacher on Contract”. To remain on contract, the teacher must maintain the certification current and in good standing.

Primary Function: Under the direction of the school principal, the teacher is responsible for supporting the Diocese of Tucson in its mission to evangelize, catechize, and educate youth in a Catholic School environment. The teacher shall be a minister of the Gospel and Catholic Teaching both academically and behaviorally while at work and in his/her personal life, “…Live in a manner worthy of the call you have received.” (Eph. 4:1)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of this Ministerial Position:

• Recognize and support the unique Catholic Mission of the School by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Give evidence of living Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community.
• Help build the School’s faith community by participating in, and helping plan, School religious and service activities.
• Lead and participate in classroom prayer daily.
• Prepare lessons designed to implement and achieve academic goals and objectives.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching by showing thorough knowledge of the academic and religious curriculum.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation related to curriculum objectives.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image.
• Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment.
• Ability to lead/direct school choir and plan music for school liturgies.
• Cooperate with School and Diocesan administration and work effectively with all staff members.
• Demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing School policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Abide by rules and directives received from the principal; perform other duties as assigned.

Physical/Mental Requirements:

The Teacher shall have and demonstrate coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual capabilities, and the ability to lift as required in a normal office environment.

Required Activities:

• Walking, sitting, standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding.

Basic Qualifications:

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Roman Catholic Church.
• Excellent communications skills including written, oral, public speaking, and presentation skills.
• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and well-organized.
• Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation.
• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Proficiency in computer technology including word processing and the use of Google suite.
• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.
• Complete a criminal history and background check.
• Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance.

Education and Experience:

• Completed bachelor’s degree or higher.
• Certified by the State of Arizona as a Teacher with renewal per state law.
• Level I of the Diocesan Ministry Certification with renewal every three years.

Covenants of Employment:

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton School is a Roman Catholic religious organization, and all employees are expected to respect and conduct themselves in accordance with the values, teachings, and morals of the Roman Catholic Church.

Seniority level

Entry level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Education and Training

Industries

Religious Institutions

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