Duties
St. Louis Catholic Academy is a faith-filled, K-8 school. We're a vibrant, urban community committed to partnering with families and ensuring each student's success. Our school offers students a "family feel" and wrap-around support to help our students thrive through high school and beyond.
We are seeking an enthusiastic and qualified Middle School Teacher to join our team, with a specific focus on teaching Science for grades 6-8. The ideal candidate will be passionate about education, knowledgeable in their subject area(s), and committed to fostering a positive and engaging learning environment for middle school students.
Curriculum Development: Develop and implement engaging and rigorous lesson plans aligned with grade-level standards and curriculum frameworks, ensuring student mastery of key concepts and skills in Science.Instructional Delivery: Deliver effective and differentiated instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of middle school students, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies, resources, and technology tools.
Assessment and Evaluation: Design and administer formative and summative assessments to evaluate student progress, provide timely and constructive feedback, and adjust instructional strategies as needed to support student learning and growth.
Classroom Management: Establish and maintain a positive and inclusive classroom environment conducive to learning, where students feel safe, respected, and motivated to participate actively in class activities and discussions.
Individualized Support: Provide additional support and interventions to students who require remediation or enrichment, collaborating with colleagues, support staff, and parents/guardians to address individual learning needs effectively.
Professional Collaboration: Collaborate with colleagues within the Science or Language Arts department, as well as interdisciplinary teams, to share best practices, resources, and strategies for improving student achievement and instructional effectiveness.
Parent and Community Engagement: Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress, academic expectations, and school events, and actively participate in parent-teacher conferences, meetings, and other school-related activities.
Qualifications
Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Science education, or related field
- Valid teaching certification/licensure in science education or equivalent area.
- Demonstrated proficiency in middle school science content and pedagogy.
- Commitment to the values and teachings of the Catholic Church.
- Experience working with middle school students, preferably in a Catholic school environment.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Ability to differentiate instruction and support the academic and spiritual growth of all students.
Salary/Benefits
Salary based on experience.