Full-Time Middle School Mathematics Teacher

Stjosephfc; Fort Collins (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Joseph Catholic School is seeking a qualified Middle School Mathematics Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role involves teaching various math courses, maintaining student records, and collaborating with staff to promote a Catholic education environment. A generous benefits package is included, emphasizing health, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

Health, dental, and vision plans

Retirement pension

10 paid sick days per year

2 personal days per academic year

Qualifications

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in math or secondary math endorsement required.
• Must have appropriate state licensure for teaching.
• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

Responsibilities

• Teach middle school mathematics across various grade levels.
• Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records.
• Participate in faculty meetings and professional development.

Skills

Effective supervisory skills

Effective listening and verbal communication skills

Understanding of child development

Classroom management techniques

Sound judgment and decision-making skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in math or secondary math endorsement

Completion of the math PRAXIS

Appropriate state licensure for teaching

Job description

Description

Saint Joseph Catholic School is seeking a qualified Middle School Mathematics Teacher who meets the requirements to teach in a Catholic school within the Archdiocese of Denver. The teacher is hired by and directly accountable to the principal. The teacher is expected to abide by the policies and procedures of the local school, the Archdiocese of Denver, and the Office of Catholic Schools. The teacher cooperates with the principal and staff in providing an environment that promotes the ministry of Catholic Education.

Saint Joseph is a dynamic Catholic School Community whose instructors bring the love and joy of Jesus Christ into their classrooms. We are excited for you to join us in our school vision of encompassing our students’ Mind, Body and Soul in everything we do. Being a part of our team includes composing engaging lesson plans, to pique student interest, promote a desire for life-long learning and elicit academic excellence.

• MIND: Opportunities for growth through continued professional development and collaboration with other Catholic school instructors.
• BODY: We offer extensive benefits, including health, dental, vision plans and a retirement pension.
• SOUL: Catholic in good standing preferred. Candidate must share Christian virtues & values and exercise them through words and deeds.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

The duties of the Middle School Mathematics Teacher will include but are not limited to:

• This position includes a 2-track math system starting in 7th grade
• 5 classes, with 4 of them at smaller teacher/student ratios. One recitation per week per class to intentionally differentiate via remediation or extensions.
• One planning period per day
• Courses taught:

1. 6th grade level
2. 7th grade level
3. 8th grade level
4. 7/8 accelerated route combining all of 7th grade math and half of 8th grade
5. Algebra 1 with the inclusions of the back end of 8th grade math

OTHER DUTIES:

· Teach and act in accordance with doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church;

· Know, teach, and act consistently in accordance with the mission, philosophy, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Catholic school;

· Provide grade appropriate instructional program following the curriculum of the Archdiocese of Denver, including lesson planning, classroom preparation, and assessment of each student’s performance;

· Provide grade appropriate extended or enrichment opportunities;

· Maintain state licensure;

· Communicate regularly with parents/guardians, colleagues, and principal;

· Participate in all Archdiocese of Denver in-service and training programs, and participate in all local school sponsored professional development and training programs and initiatives unless exempted or excused by principal;

· Attend all required faculty and staff meetings, unless exempted or excused by principal;

· Cooperate with the principal and staff members in school related meetings, activities, and projects;

· Maintain accurate student attendance and academic records in accordance with local school policies and procedures;

· Maintain a safe, orderly, and secure learning and work environment;

· Participate in annual performance review based upon the implementation of the essential duties of the Middle School Math Teacher;

· Maintain confidentiality and discretion regarding school personnel, students, and general school matters;

· Follows established procedures to ensure the safety and welfare of students;

· Maintains confidentiality and discretion regarding school and classroom matters;

· Performs teaching duties and all other duties as assigned by the school principal.

Requirements

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

· Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in math; or secondary math endorsement; or completion of the math PRAXIS;

· Requires appropriate state licensure for teaching;

· Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

· Be a fully initiated Catholic in the communion of the Catholic Church and intentionally living out the five precepts of the Church (CCC 2041-2043);

· Refrain from promotion or approval of, or the living out of, any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic doctrine or morals;

· Effective supervisory skills;

· Effective listening and verbal communication skills;

· Must have the necessary background and training in elementary education methods and subject areas;

· Must have understanding of child development skills necessary to relate to the students being taught;

· Must have appropriate control and discipline techniques to successfully manage a classroom;

· Must work cooperatively with school staff and administration;

· Sound judgment and decision-making skills;

· Knowledge of and willingness to implement safety and emergency procedures;

· Positive references and recommendations;

· Successfully pass a criminal background check.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

· Requires lifting up to 40 pounds and carrying up to 40 pounds.

· Ability to execute appropriate safety and emergency procedures, including leading evacuations and providing basic first aid.

Send resume and cover letter to:

Mrs. Donna Bornhoft, Principal

Saint Joseph Catholic School

127 N. Howes Street

Fort Collins, CO 80521

Start date: August 2025; this position is for the 2025-2026 school year.

Benefits:

Generous benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, pension plan, employer paid and voluntary life insurance, employer paid STD and LTD; 10 paid sick days per year and 2 personal days per academic year.