Duties
St Malachy is currently seeking a Middle School Social Studies and Science Teacher to serve the mission to provide an educational opportunity for each student of St. Malachy School to mature spiritually, intellectually, culturally, socially and physically. This role supports our mission by fostering academic excellence and faith formation for students.
About the Role
- As a Middle School Teacher, you will play a key role in shaping the spiritual and academic growth of our students while fostering a welcoming community that aligns with our mission. We believe that education extends beyond textbooks, and we are looking for individuals who are committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment.
What You Will Do
- Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans that align with curriculum standards and diocesan guidelines
- Teaches all required subject matters as assigned to the grade level. Depending on abilities, subjects may include: social studies, science, and/or religion to pupils in a classroom, utilizing courses adopted by the school/diocese, and other appropriate learning activities.
- Promotes a classroom environment that is faith-filled, safe and conducive to individualized and small group instruction, and student learning.
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning, and modifies instructional methods to fit individual student's needs, including students with special needs; conducts individual small group instruction as needed.
Qualifications
What You Need
To be considered for this role, you must meet the following requirements:
- Education:Bachelors from an accredited college or university in education discipline applicable to teaching assignments.
- Knowledge of current teaching methods and educational pedagogy, as well as differentiated instruction based upon student learning styles.
- Knowledge of middle school curriculum and concepts, including all subject matters taught.
- Ability to organize and coordinate work.
- Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents.
- Proficiency with Google Suite
- Ability to integrate Chromebooks and interactive boards
Top Candidates Will Also Have
- Certification: Illinois Professional Teaching Licensure for grades 6-8
- Teaching or student teaching experience with grades 6-8