Job Description

Job Description

1. Roman Catholic Diocese of Phoenix

Catholic Schools Office

Teacher Job Description

**All applicants must apply through the Diocese of Phoenix. https://catholicschoolsphx.schoolspring.com/#aJobListings

Search for "Part-time Auto Mechanics Teacher," location: St. Peter Indian Mission.

I. POSITION TITLE: Automotive Mechanic Instructor

Department: Catholic Schools

Grade: 9-12

Supervisor: Principal or Designee

II. PURPOSE AND SCOPE:

Under the supervision of the principal, the teacher is a person of faith who strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the grades or classes assigned; develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards; maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school; establishes positive school-community relationships; continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications; performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal. A knowledge of the Gila River Community and prior experience in teaching Native children is preferred.

III. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated Automotive Teacher to join our team. This part-time position is one segment of introductory courses focused on trade skills. This class would be taught quarterly with small class sizes of 5 to 7 students each quarter. This role is critical in providing top-notch education and training to students and preparing them for further education through EVIT (East Valley Institute of Technology) in the automotive industry. This course will roll into a full-time position in the near future as the high school continues to grow. If you are passionate about teaching and have a deep understanding of the automotive field, we would love to hear from you.

Automotive Teacher Responsibilities & Duties

• Develop and deliver engaging lessons in the field of automotive technology
• Evaluate student progress and provide regular feedback
• Provide hands-on training to students in a variety of introductory automotive skills and techniques
• Prepare students for further education in the automotive industry
• Maintain a safe and organized learning environment
• Stay current on industry trends and developments to incorporate into the curriculum
• Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the overall educational experience

Automotive Teacher Qualifications & Skills

• Previous teaching or training experience in the automotive field
• Certifications in automotive repair and maintenance
• Strong understanding of the latest automotive technologies and diagnostic tools
• Public speaking and presentation skills
• Experience working in a dealership or automotive service center
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in the automotive industry
• Certified Automotive Technician (A.S.E) or equivalent
• Ability to effectively communicate technical information to students
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to work in a team-oriented environment
• Passion for teaching and sharing knowledge with others

Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education:

• Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education.
• Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching.
• Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church.
• Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society.
• Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by the example of their lives.

Assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the classes assigned:

• Provides a positive learning environment.
• Organizes the classroom to facilitate student learning.
• Supervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in school.
• Works toward the creation of a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school community.
• Teaches in accordance with diocesan and local policies as well as appropriate state laws.
• Shows respect for individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parents.
• Develops and implements a daily and weekly schedule covering all areas of curriculum.

Develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards:

• Integrates Church’s teachings in the curriculum.
• Determines levels of student achievement.
• Uses appropriate teaching strategies to meet individual student needs.
• Uses resources available to promote learning experiences for all students.
• Uses a variety of instructional strategies and incorporates technology into instruction.
• Refers students for evaluation and consultation when necessary in collaboration with administration and parents.
• Includes all students in presentation and discussions.

Evaluates student progress effectively:

• Uses a variety of ongoing assessments.
• Aligns assessments with goals, objectives, information taught, and instructional guidelines and Curriculum Standards of the Diocese and school.
• Provides prompt constructive feedback on student work and performance.
• Maintains proper grading and/or reporting system for each student as required by the principal.
• Meets deadlines with official classroom reports, attendance, and statistics as required by the principal
• Maintains daily lesson plans.

Establishes positive school-community relationships:

• Maintains cooperative relations with all in the school community.
• Promotes respectful and positive school relationships.
• Maintains awareness of his/her role as a Catholic schoolteacher and its impact on the community.
• Provides for regular conferences and meetings with parents.
• Cooperates with and helps promote various curricular and co-curricular programs within the school.
• Attends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in-services.

Continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications:

• Keeps informed of current instructional practices through professional reading and educational opportunities.
• Participates in professional activities and joins appropriate professional organizations.
• Attends diocesan sponsored in-services.
• Attends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in-services.
• Actively participates in the process of continuous school improvement.
• Maintains personal professional development records.

Performs any other job-related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED

• Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations.
• Must use good judgment in daily encounters.
• Must use verbal and written language correctly.
• Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor.
• Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology.
• Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbook.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION

• Preference given to Catholic teacher.
  • Must be willing to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic and if non – Catholic willing to support Catholic teachings and philosophy.
• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree.
• Must be certified by the Arizona State Department of Education as a teacher and meets applicable NCA requirements.
• Received Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct.
• FBI Fingerprint clearance completed.

· Must meet Ministry Formation Certification and/or re-certification as required by Diocesan policy