Elementary Teacher - St. Margaret Mary, Wichita

Wichita Public School System; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Elementary Teacher to foster a nurturing environment at St. Margaret Mary Catholic School. This role is not just about teaching; it’s about guiding students in their spiritual and moral development while ensuring academic success. The ideal candidate will collaborate with parents and staff to create a supportive community, integrating Catholic values into the curriculum. If you are passionate about shaping young minds and embodying the principles of a Catholic education, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of students.

Qualifications

• Valid Kansas teaching license required.
• Ability to integrate moral values into curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Promulgates teachings consistent with Catholic principles.
• Creates a respectful classroom environment for all students.

Skills

Teaching Skills

Classroom Management

Collaboration

Moral and Ethical Instruction

Education

Kansas State Certification as an Elementary Teacher

Tools

Personal Computers

Printers

Copy and Fax Machines

Telephones

Job description

Elementary Teacher - St. Margaret Mary, Wichita JobID: 1203

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching
  
  
• Date Posted:
  2/3/2025
  
  
• Location:
  St. Margaret Mary Catholic School
  
  

St. Margaret Mary Catholic School Elementary Classroom Teacher

Position Purpose
In cooperation with the parents, the Catholic school teacher exercises responsibility for forming the whole person spiritually, academically, emotionally, socially, and physically. In this position the teacher is far more than an instructor; he or she gives witness every day to the distinctive character of the Catholic school, not only teaching according to gospel principles and moral values, but modeling the Church’s values and beliefs through word and action.

Responsibilities

1. Promulgates teachings consistent with established Catholic principles and conducts self at all times in a manner consistent with Catholic moral standards.
2. Holds a valid diocesan teacher’s contract, and a valid and properly endorsed Kansas teaching license.
3. Collaborates with the principal to build a faith community among faculty, staff, and students.
4. Carries out all teaching assignments and other responsibilities as assigned by the principal or outlined in the school’s faculty handbook.
5. Works to develop a close working relationship with the parents, who are the primary educators of their children.
6. Integrates moral values throughout the entire curriculum and into all activities.
7. Creates a classroom environment that respects the human dignity of every child, regardless of capabilities and disabilities.
8. Implements diocesan curriculum, policies, guidelines and programs.
9. Plans the educational process and implements instructional activities that provide the best opportunity for the students to master required outcomes.
10. Provides for the proper supervision of students at all times.
11. Is professional in manner, appearance, promptness, and job performance as outlined in each school’s faculty handbook.
12. Participates in professional development activities to enhance skills necessary to be the most effective teacher possible.
13. Fulfills the requirements of diocesan policies on suspected abuse of children (VIRTUS).
14. Refuses to use the school to further personal ends through the sale of any goods, products, or publications.
15. Considers the obligation to fulfill the teaching contract conscientiously as binding.
16. Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal and other central office administrators as designated by the Superintendent.

Qualifications: Kansas State Certification as an Elementary Teacher.
Equipment: Uses standard office equipment such as personal computers, printer, copy and fax machines, and telephone.
Travel Requirements: Travels to school district buildings and professional meetings as required.
Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards: Works in standard office and school building environments.
FLSA Status: Exempt