St. Therese, Fort Wayne - Middle School Literature/Science Teacher (Fort Wayne, IN)

Diocese of Fort Wayne - South Bend Schools; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Therese Catholic School seeks a full-time Literature/Science Teacher for grades 6-8 for the 2024-2025 school year. The position involves creating an engaging learning environment, developing lesson plans, and evaluating student performance while adhering to the Indiana teaching standards. Applicants must have a relevant degree and meet licensure requirements, with preference given to practicing Catholics.

Qualifications

• Must be able to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, and parents.
• Must be a practicing Catholic.

Responsibilities

• Teaches grade-level content and develops lesson plans.
• Evaluates students' academic and social growth, preparing report cards.
• Maintains classroom order and supervises students during activities.

Skills

Communication

Classroom Management

Curriculum Development

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or related field

Indiana teaching license eligibility

Job description

St. Therese, Fort Wayne - Middle School Literature/Science Teacher (Fort Wayne, IN)

St. Therese Catholic School is seeking a full-time Literature/Science teacher (grs. 6-8) for the 2024-2025 School Year. Position is responsible for creating a classroom environment that fosters, promotes, and develops a joy for learning, a thirst for knowledge, and a mastery of grade-level curricula in all subject areas.

Essential Duties

Teaches knowledge of grade-level content following State Standards, and utilizing curriculum designated by Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bendand other appropriate learning activities.

Develops lesson plans and supplementary materials effectively, with all learners in mind.

Establishes and maintains standards of student behavior to provide an orderly, productive classroom environment.

Evaluates academic and social growth of students, prepares report cards, and keeps appropriate records to include attendance reports, checklists, census forms, and other recordkeeping activities, as necessary.

Maintains control of storage and use of school property.

Evaluates each student’s growth in knowledge regularly and frequently.

Communicates with parents and school counselors on student progress.

Supervises students in out of classroom activities during the assigned working day.

Administers testing in accordance school policy.

(These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.)

Other Duties

Maintains professional competence by attending staff development programs, curriculum development meetings and other professional activities.

Participates in various student and parent activities which occur in school.

Creates an effective learning environment through functional and attractive displays, bulletin boards, and activity/learning centers.

Performs any other related duties as assigned by the Principal or other appropriate administrator.

Job Specifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified, to perform the essential functions.

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills and/or Abilities Required)
Must possess a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in education or a related field and meet the Indiana Department of Education licensure eligibility requirements to teach Middle School education. Must be eligible for, or in possession or an appropriate Indiana teaching license. Must possess ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff, parents, and the public.

**Catholic applicants MUST be practicing Catholics.**

This is a full time position
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Other Information

* Can you show proof of your legal right to work in the United States? Yes No * Are you willing to submit to a mandatory background check? Yes No * What is your highest level of completed education? * Do you hold an educator license or are eligible for one? * Current religious affiliation (please include parish/other details as applicable): * Were you baptized Catholic (or received in the Catholic Church)? If yes, are you an active practicing Catholic living a life consistent with the Catholic Church? * Have you received your First Holy Communion? * Have you been confirmed? * Are you married? * If married, regarding your present marriage were you married in the Catholic Church? If not married, please enter N/A. * If yes, where were you married? * Do you attend weekly Sunday Mass? Name and email address of Pastoral Reference (Must be a Catholic priest):