Upper Elementary Teacher

Diocese of Grand Rapids; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Diocese of Grand Rapids is seeking an upper elementary teacher for St. Patrick School in Portland, Michigan. The ideal candidate should integrate faith and technology in teaching, and must possess a current Michigan teaching certificate.

Responsibilities include collaborating with staff and fostering positive relationships within the school community. Applicants should demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills, alongside a commitment to Catholic education.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic living according to Catholic teachings.
• Virtus trained or willing to complete training upon hire.
• Thorough understanding of educational laws and policies.

Responsibilities

• Work cooperatively with staff to carry out the school's mission.
• Integrate faith and technology into instruction.
• Demonstrate effective instructional strategies and classroom practices.

Skills

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking abilities

Problem-solving abilities

Ability to foster collaborative relationships

Commitment to academic excellence

Education

Current Michigan K–5 or K–8 Teaching Certificate

Job description

St. Patrick School is currently accepting applications for an upper elementary teacher. The successful candidates must be able to work cooperatively with staff to carry out the mission of St. Patrick Catholic School. They must be highly qualified with a current Michigan teaching certificate and comfortable with integrating faith and technology into instruction.

Required Qualifications:

• Be a practicing Catholic who lives in accordance with the teachings of the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
• Hold a current Michigan K–5 or K–8 Teaching Certificate
• Be Virtus trained or willing to complete Virtus training upon hire
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exhibit strong organizational, multi-tasking, and problem‑solving abilities
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators through professional and effective communication
• Possess a thorough understanding of educational laws, policies, and ethical standards and consistently apply them in practice
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of effective instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, and classroom best practices
• Show a commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and the mission of Catholic education