1st-2nd Grade Teacher

Position Overview

St. John’s Lutheran School of Baraboo is seeking a dedicated, caring, and enthusiastic Lower Grade Teacher to join our Christ‑centered learning community. This is a full‑time, salaried position that includes a competitive benefits package. The ideal candidate will be passionate about early elementary education and committed to nurturing students academically, socially, and spiritually.

• Instruct and train all children in prescribed subjects and in accordance with the Holy Scriptures and best practices.
• Use the Gospel to empower, equip, and motivate students. Work diligently and in faithful Christian love together with the called workers and staff of St. John’s Lutheran Church & School to provide the best possible service to the students and families.
• Lutheran Church & School to provide the best possible service to the students and families.
• Maintain open communication with the parents.
• Foster and promote loving relationships with students, parents, and families.
• Work with and refer to school administration any complicated situations with parents/guardians.
• Keep accurate student attendance, discipline, and special needs records.
• Document all meetings, conferences, and phone calls. Communicate this information with the appropriate personnel when necessary.
• Implement and manage school policies and procedures set forth by school administration and/or the School Board.
• Maintain confidentiality of all students, staff information, and records.
• Communicate openly and regularly with administration, parents, and staff to best support student success.
• Attend all faculty, staff, and in‑service meetings unless excused by the school administrator.
• Actively apply God’s word throughout the school day.
• Develop yearly and weekly instruction and assessment plans.
• Develop classroom schedules that coordinate with other classes and building needs.
• Assist in the development and improvement of successful school‑wide curriculum.
• Track worship attendance for students and families to the extent possible and regularly report that information to the school pastor.
• Serve in at least one additional role n’s outside of regular classroom duties (e.g., athletics, music, drama, choir, Sunday School, worship, etc.).
• Participate in and support extra‑curriculars to demonstrate support for school and students.
• Contribute to the promotion of St. John’s School to the greater Baraboo community.

• Consistent and regular use of the means of grace in public worship, public Bible study, and private use of God’s word and serving as an example of living a Christian life.
• Elementary, Secondary or Early Childhood education degree.
• State certification or active pursuit thereof.
• Ability to work professionally and proficiently in a ministry team, understanding the importance of caring relationships between staff.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Member in good standing in a Christian congregation.
• Active support of the mission and ministry statements of St. John’s Lutheran Church & School.

• Full‑time salaried position.
• Benefits package included.
• Supportive administration and collegial staff.
• Structured learning environment with strong student expectations.

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter expressing their interest in joining St. John’s Lutheran School.