Chemistry/Physics Teacher or Student Teacher

Bishop O'Gorman Catholic Schools; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Support for certificate development

Job summary

A local Catholic school in Sioux Falls is seeking a passionate Chemistry Physics Teacher for high school years. The ideal candidate will promote the school's mission, plan effective lessons, and demonstrate strong communication and problem-solving skills. This position empowers educators to engage students actively in learning while upholding the core values of Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity. Competitive salary and support for certificate development included.

Qualifications

• Ability to effectively communicate the Catholic Church’s teachings.
• Demonstrate the core values: Faith, Unity, Excellence, Integrity.
• Clarity of vision and good hearing.
• Demonstrate core values of Faith, Unity, Excellence, Integrity.
• Knowledge of relevant technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated with high energy.

Responsibilities

• Promote the mission and values of the school.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities.
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources.
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods.
• Observe, monitor, and evaluate student progress and performance.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, assignments, and enter grades online.
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Provide student supervision and discipline.
• Perform pastoral duties, including student support and counseling academic issues.
• Uphold professionalism and confidentiality.
• Participate in school events, fundraisers, department and parent meetings.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents.
• Attend parent‑teacher conferences.
• Assume responsibility for classrooms and school property.
• Maintain accurate inventory of classroom materials and supplies.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Problem-solving and decision-making skills

Knowledge of relevant technology

Self-motivated with high energy

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher

State teaching certification

Demonstrate core values of Faith, Unity, Excellence, Integrity

Tools

Technology literacy

Job description

Chemistry Physics Teacher

Explore the wonders of the universe with us! Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is hiring a Chemistry and Physics Teacher for the high school years, including the 2026‑2027 school year. We welcome qualified students and advanced student teachers with the appropriate permits. We offer competitive salary, benefits, and support for certificate development.

Mission: “To form a community of faith and learning by promoting a Catholic way of life through Gospel values and academic excellence.” Candidates should embody the core values of Faith, Unity, Excellence, and Integrity.

Location

Bishop O’Gorman High School, Sioux Falls, SD

Job Description

• Promote the mission and values of Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools.
• Plan, prepare, and deliver instructional activities that facilitate active learning experiences.
• Develop schemes of work and lesson plans that adhere to system curriculum maps.
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities.
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources.
• Identify and select instructional resources and methods to meet diverse student needs.
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment.
• Use relevant technology to support instruction.
• Keep updated with developments in subject area, teaching resources, and methods.
• Observe, monitor, and evaluate student progress and performance.
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, assignments, and enter grades online.
• Provide appropriate and timely feedback on work.
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development.
• Provide student supervision and discipline.
• Perform pastoral duties, including student support and counseling academic issues.
• Uphold professionalism and confidentiality.
• Participate in school events, fundraisers, department and parent meetings.
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues, and parents.
• Attend parent‑teacher conferences.
• Assume responsibility for classrooms and school property.
• Maintain accurate inventory of classroom materials and supplies.

Essential Qualifications

• Willingness and ability to effectively communicate the Catholic Church’s teachings through ministry activities.
• Willingness and ability to act as an outstanding personal witness to the Catholic faith by living professional and personal life in accordance with Roman Catholic doctrine.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from an accredited institution.
• State teaching certification.
• Demonstrate core values of the school: Faith, Unity, Excellence, Integrity.
• Knowledge of relevant technology.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and decision‑making skills.
• Self‑motivated with high energy.

Physical Demands

• Work daytime hours, primarily Monday‑Friday.
• Clarity of vision.
• Clear spoken English.
• Good hearing and ability to distinguish sounds.
• Fine hand motor skills for keyboarding, writing, grasping, holding.
• Ability to frequently sit, stand, and walk during workday.
• Lift and carry up to 30 pounds occasionally.
• Push/pull up to 50 pounds.
• Intermittently bend, squat, and reach overhead.