Job Description:
FULL TIME SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER
Anticipated 2025-2026 School Year
Kolbe Cathedral Preparatory High School, Bridgeport

OVERVIEW
Under the direction of the school principal and assistant principal the Social Studies high school teacher is responsible for supporting the school and Diocese of Bridgeport in its mission.  He/she facilitates student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills by implementing diocesan approved curriculum; documenting teaching and student progress/activities/outcomes; addressing specific educational needs of individual students creating a flexible, safe and optimal learning environment; providing feedback to students, parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, goals, etc.  Educators are engaged in a school conducted by the Roman Catholic Church for the express purpose of education in the academic, social, moral and religious values promulgated by the Church.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure your pupils achieve learning outcomes by instructing students in a clear, concise and fun way, and regularly preparing lesson plans that are engaging and incorporate the curriculum
• Incorporate the school’s objectives into your curriculum by remaining up to date with mission and initiatives
• Attend staff development days to improve your skills and receive help and feedback from colleagues
• Regularly communicate with parents and legal guardians regarding student’s performance, track and record student progress and keep records up to date for progress reports and report card conferences
• Review curriculum needs and execute plans for improvement, and provide tutoring and additional support
• Act as a role model by making your students feel motivated while maintaining an approachable personality
• Attend school events to better understand student interest and personalities outside of the regular classroom, build strong relationships with your students and aid in the strengthening of their self-confidence while inspiring them to achieve high goals
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned

JOB SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Required:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in education or related field
• Strong knowledge of Social Studies courses
• Experience teaching in a classroom environment
• Ability to communicate effectively with all staff and colleagues
• Flexibility and high adaptation skills to work successfully in a school setting
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues to support the school’s mission
• Organization and communication skills

Preferred:

• Master’s degree
• Experience with the blended learning model
• Practicing Roman Catholic in good standing

Please send a cover letter, resume, and 3 letters of recommendation to cfigluizzi@kolbecaths.org.