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The Academy of Notre Dame, Tyngsboro, a Catholic private school, sponsored by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, is based on the educational philosophy of their foundress, St. Julie Billiart. The Academy offers rigorous co-educational programming from Pre-K through a college-preparatory Upper School. Our mission focuses on educating the whole person for life through a curriculum rooted in spiritual formation and academic excellence. We nurture a belief in the goodness of God and the dignity of each person. We are committed to community-building, diversity, global justice, and service to those in need.
The Academy of Notre Dame is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.
High School Theology Teacher
The High School Theology teacher will be responsible for developing in each student an interest in the area of theology and working in partnership with the Campus Minister the Theology department staff to develop liturgical and prayer opportunities for students and faculty. Achieving excellence requires that the High School Theology Teacher work collaboratively with the school administration, faculty, staff, and parents.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Plan and implement sequential learning experiences for students using a variety of instructional strategies with the use of technology, variety of materials, media, and community resources to support instructional programs.
- Monitor the pacing of instruction and budget class time efficiently by providing clear directions, outlining expectations, and effectively bringing to closure instructional experiences.
- Utilize effective instructional strategies and classroom management skills
- Differentiate learning experiences based on varying student needs
- Utilize technology for teaching (classroom and distance learning), data management, informational retrieval, and visual and audio presentations
- Demonstrate a passion for theological teaching and applications to real life and enjoy working with teenagers
- Focus on teaching theology, pastoral care for students
- Establish high standards and expectations for all students for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.
- Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
- Demonstrate integrity, good moral character, and initiative.
- Incorporate NDA’s Mission and Hallmarks into everyday curriculum
- Complete Curriculum Mapping
- Freshman class advising in addition to assisting in other extracurriculars
- Teach additional elective courses as needed
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred
- MA DESE Certification preferred
- Minimum of three years prior teaching experience preferred
- Cover letter, resume, and college transcripts
- Required documentation outlined in the qualifications above and appropriate teaching certification
- A minimum of three letters of reference from former employers, teachers, professors, or other professional sources, or copies of recent evaluations and observations of teaching performance
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status; evidence of criminal check (CORI) and fingerprinting is required.
Middle School Math Teacher
The Middle School Math Teacher assumes professional responsibility for providing learning experiences and supervision of assigned students in a nurturing, supportive, and positive classroom climate. He/she will develop in each student the skills, attitudes, and knowledge to meet and exceed the Massachusetts State Standards in Mathematics, following the approved curricula and directives of the Academy. Achieving academic excellence requires that the Middle School Math Teacher work collaboratively with the school administration, faculty, staff and parents.
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement sequential learning experiences for students using a variety of instructional strategies with the use of technology, variety of materials, media, and community resources to support instructional programs.
- Monitor the pacing of instruction and budget class time efficiently by providing clear directions, outlining expectations, and effectively bringing to closure instructional experiences.
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of child growth and development, effective instructional strategies, classroom management, learning assessment and diagnosis, and research related to learning.
- Differentiate learning experiences based on varying student needs
- Utilize various media tools for word processing, data management, informational retrieval, visual and audio presentations, and telecommunications.
- Establish high standards and expectations for all students for academic performance and responsibility for behavior.
- Embrace the Mission of the school and the Hallmarks of a Notre Dame education which includes, but is not limited to, encouraging diversity, inclusion, social justice, service and community within the teachings of the Church.
- Administer assessments, address findings and integrate the use of data to improve instruction.
- Assist with the preparation, monitoring, and following of Individualized Education Plans for applicable students.
- Exhibit a personality that demonstrates enthusiasm and interpersonal skills to relate well with students, staff, administration, parents and the community.
- Demonstrate integrity, good moral character, and initiative.
- Incorporate Mission and Hallmarks into everyday curriculum
- Complete Curriculum Mapping
Qualifications:
- Minimum Bachelor’s Degree; Master’s Degree preferred
- MA DESE Certification preferred
- Minimum three years prior teaching experience preferred
- Cover letter, resume, and college transcripts
- A minimum of three letters of reference from former employers, teachers, professors, or other professional sources, or copies of recent evaluations and observations of teaching performance
- Proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status; evidence of criminal check (CORI) and fingerprinting is required.
- A minimum of three letters of reference from former employers, teachers, professors, or other professional sources, or copies of recent evaluations and observations of teaching performance
School Lunch Coordinator
The School Lunch Coordinator will oversee the student lunch program. This position does not involve cooking or food preparation.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Distribute pre-packaged and labeled student lunches to students in grades Pre-K through 12
- Communicate with food service vendor regarding the Academy’s lunch program, participating restaurants, delivery times, quality control, and customer service issues.
- Access vendor online system to create daily student lunch lists
- Order and distribute student milk
- Order food and beverages for vending and maintain stocking of vending machines
- Work with Finance office to track account reimbursement
- Provide Administration with regular feedback on overall program satisfaction and identify any areas for improvement
- Follow up on unclaimed meals (determine meal pick up or donation)
- Educate Academy faculty, staff, and students on details of the lunch program, as necessary
- Ensure that all related applications are filed and permits in place
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Previous cafeteria experience preferred, but not required
- A minimum of three letters of reference from former employers
- Provide proof of U.S. Citizenship or legal resident alien status; evidence of criminal check (CORI) and fingerprinting will be required.
This is a part time position from 9:30 AM to 2:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
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