Job Description:
Join the St. Joseph Montessori School team as a Spanish Teacher for our Upper Elementary (4th - 6th Grade) and Middle School (7th and 8th Grade) students as well as a Catholic Religion Teacher for Middle School (7th and 8th Grade).

Spanish Specialist Position Overview:

The Spanish Specialist will have the primary responsibility for planning programming and teaching Spanish in alignment with Ohio State Standards for World Languages.

• The Spanish Specialist will be responsible for evaluating and reporting for all students in his or her classes.

• He or she will be responsible for establishing a positive encouraging appropriate relationship with students in which they are both held to high standards and supported in their attempts to meet them.

• A love of students and complete dedication to their success combined with a passion for the Spanish language and culture effective professional skills a positive team-centered personality and a dedication to life-long learning are all necessary for teaching success at St. Joseph Montessori School.

• He or she will work with other teachers and staff as a contributing team member to present a cooperative and positive adult work environment.

• The teacher collaborates with other staff to co-plan co-deliver and individualize instruction for all students in a class; work together creatively to accommodate student needs diversity and educational backgrounds of the students in the class; and overcome instructional challenges constructively.

• The teacher is a hardworking goal-oriented and enthusiastic professional with excellent subject knowledge and a sound understanding of Ohio Learning.

Religion Specialist Position Overview: The Religion Specialist fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by planning guiding and evaluating the learning process of the students in the Catholic school for whom the teacher is responsible within the framework of the schools philosophy organization and curriculum. At. St. Joseph Montessori School the curriculum follows the Sophia Institute and Ruah Woods Textbooks.

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school

• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church

• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Diocese

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement instructional activities that contribute to a climate where students are actively engaged in meaningful learning experiences.

• Provide a positive environment in which students are encouraged to be actively engaged in the learning process.

• Establish weekly objectives and Units of Study that cover Ohio Learning Standards and Catholic Curriculum.

• Facilitate activities and projects that incorporate communication collaboration creativity and critical thinking.

• Use discipline models that are aligned with Montessori Pedagogy to maintain a positive encouraging learning environment.

• Identify select and modify instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds learning styles and special needs.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with students parents and other professionals on a regular basis.

• Assist in assessing changing curricular needs and offers plans for improvement.

• Collaborate with peers to enhance the instructional environment.

• Model professional and ethical standards when dealing with students parents peers and the community.

• Assume responsibility for meeting his/her course and school-wide student performance goals.

• Demonstrate gains in student performance.

• Participate in training and professional development

• Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as: meeting deadlines honoring schedules coordinating etc.

• Act in a professional and ethical manner at all times and comply with school policies procedures and expectations.

• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by their supervisor.

• All work responsibilities are subject to having performance goals and/or targets established as part of the annual performance planning process or as the result of organizational planning.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education and Certifications:

• State of Ohio Teachers License (Resident Educator 5-year professional license or Permanent Non-Tax Certificate) in Spanish

• Must be Catholic

• Certification in Religion/Theology

• Full knowledge of the teachings of the Catholic Church

• For those with a 5-year or Permanent Non-Tax they will submit an individual professional development plan (IPDP) to the Diocesan Local Professional Development Committee (LPDC). Those individuals who are Resident Educators will gain their hours from their work and time spent with their mentors.

• Willingness to complete professional development on an ongoing basis. This includes any additional safety training required for the position.

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Spanish teacher preferred

Position Requirements

• Ability to support and promote a team environment

• Enthusiasm initiative high energy level sense of humor and flexibility

• Physical ability to work around children including sitting on the floor standing crouching and climbing stairs

• Must be able to lift and carry or otherwise move 25 pounds on an occasional basis

• Enthusiasm when working with children and adolescents

• Required to complete FBI/BCI Background Check Protecting Gods Children 3-hour workshop FEMA Training CPR/First Aid Certification Religion I course of study (Diocese of Columbus requirement) State of Ohio Science of Reading and other professional development as assigned.

Diversity and Inclusion:

St. Joseph Montessori School is committed to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe that a diverse and inclusive environment not only enriches our company culture but also drives innovation creativity and success. We value and respect the unique perspectives experiences and backgrounds that each individual brings to our team.

In our pursuit of diversity we actively seek to create a workplace that is representative of different races ethnicities genders abilities ages and socio-economic backgrounds. We recognize that diversity goes beyond visible differences and encompasses a wide range of identities and life experiences. We are dedicated to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate.

Our commitment to inclusion means fostering a workplace where every employee feels valued heard and empowered to contribute their best work. We strive to create an atmosphere that encourages collaboration open communication and mutual respect. We understand that embracing differences leads to a stronger more dynamic team that can tackle challenges with a variety of perspectives and solutions.

We actively work to eliminate biases and barriers that may hinder equal opportunities for all employees. Our policies and practices are designed to create a fair and inclusive environment ensuring that everyone has the chance to thrive and advance within the organization.

By embracing diversity and inclusion we believe we can build a stronger more innovative company that reflects the world we live in. We invite individuals from all backgrounds and walks of life to join us in our mission knowing that their unique contributions will help us achieve our goals and create a workplace that truly values and respects diversity.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At St. Joseph Montessori School we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment. We value the unique perspectives and backgrounds each teacher brings to our team. We believe that a diverse faculty enriches the educational experience for all students and promotes a culture of understanding and respect. We are committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity. We will recruit select promote train compensate and discipline individuals in full compliance with applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race color religion national origin age sex sexual orientation marital status veteran status or disability to provide fair and equal treatment to all employees and job applicants.

To Apply:
Email Resume Cover Letter and a list of 3 References to Brian Lower at

**If one individual is not qualified with the necessary skills and experience two teachers may be hired to fill this role. One for Upper School Spanish and one for Middle School Religion.