Middle School Science Teacher
5 Days Old
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Supporting the Catholic educational mission of the school
- Using virtue-based methods to foster discipleship and a classroom environment conducive to growth and learning
- Preparing and delivering sound instruction to advance students toward content mastery
- Effectively assessing student learning and performance
- Possessing and teaching organizational habits to foster an environment of learning and growth
- Developing, implementing and supporting a positive and joyful school climate, and responsibly supervising students both in and out of the classroom, in the spirit of the Preventative Method of St. John Bosco
- Collaborating with school administration, faculty, staff and parents to maximize students' spiritual, intellectual, social and physical formation
- Attending faculty meetings, professional development training, and other school events as required
- Other duties as deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal
Qualifications:
- A faithful practicing Catholic, who offers a joyful witness of a life of faith, and is passionate about creating and nurturing a Catholic culture in the classroom and throughout the school, and leading students to a deeper love of Christ and life of virtue
- Bachelor's degree in Science or Education with a concentration in Science, 3 years of teaching experience is preferred, as is MI state certification;
- Current State of Michigan Elementary or Secondary Teaching Certificate with Endorsement in Science or certification from a state with a reciprocal agreement with Michigan or willingness to obtain MI certification within two years of hire;
- Previous experience teaching in a Catholic school is preferred, as is previous experience at the middle school level.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, organizational, and classroom management skills
- Must demonstrate personal self-discipline, show initiative, and be adaptable and flexible in both routine and unexpected situations
- Knowledge and implementation of good instructional practices
- VIRTUS safe environment training and a background check
- A mastery of content and a joy in teaching!
Contact:
Sr. Maria Faustina, OP
srmariafaustina@spiritussanctus.org
- Location:
- Plymouth