Middle School Religion Teacher

Overview

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Job Title:

Middle School Religion Teacher

Job Type: Full Time

Position Level: Experienced

• Community of Faith:
  Supports and implements the mission/philosophy of Catholic education and the school; gives evidence of lived Gospel values; participates in building faith community
• Instructional Process:
  Demonstrates evidence of prior planning and preparation; presents classes clearly and effectively; evaluates student progress effectively; adjusts curriculum and instruction to provide for individual differences; demonstrates ability to motivate students; maintains an atmosphere conducive to learning in both the physical environment and the learning atmosphere; knows and uses technology appropriately in and during instruction; demonstrates an understanding in delivering the curriculum using the Rigor, Relevance and Relationship Framework.
• Interpersonal Relationships:
  Works cooperatively with administration; works positively with colleagues, support staff, and parish staff; demonstrates positive interpersonal relations with students; maintains positive interpersonal relations with parents
• Professional Responsibilities:
  Plan and deliver standards-based religion instruction aligned with diocesan guidelines, integrating Scripture, Church teachings, and Catholic moral principles into daily lessons; develop and implement engaging lesson plans and assessments that support student understanding of Catholic doctrine, sacraments, prayer, and faith formation; foster students’ spiritual growth by leading daily prayer, facilitating reflective activities, and modeling Catholic values consistent with the mission of the school;
  
  prepare students for liturgies and sacramental participation (e.g., Mass, reconciliation), including coordinating class involvement in school-wide worship; assess and monitor student progress in religion, maintain accurate records of student performance, and provide timely feedback to students and parents; create and maintain a respectful, inclusive classroom environment that supports faith development, encourages discussion, and upholds Gospel values; collaborate with faculty, campus ministry, and administration to support religious programs, service projects, and school-wide faith initiatives;
  
  communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress, behavior, and participation in religion-related activities; supervise students and fulfill assigned duties (e.g., lunch, recess, dismissal, school events) to ensure student safety and adherence to school expectations; maintain compliance with all school, diocesan, and legal requirements, including safe environment practices, mandated reporting, and professional responsibilities; supervise students during non-instructional periods, including lunch, recess, passing periods, and before/after school as assigned;
  
  professional growth: keeps abreast of developments in curriculum and methodology; interacts with colleagues to further professional growth; takes advantage of opportunities for professional improvement; completes necessary work toward obtaining and/or maintaining a valid teaching license

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college or university. Master’s Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of teaching experience in public, charter, parochial, or independent school. Must be an active, practicing Catholic who models the faith in personal and professional life.
• Physical Requirements:
  
  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to stand, walk, talk, reach, sit, hear, handle, and perform repetitive motions of the hands/wrists. Teachers must be able to stand and/or sit for extended periods. May need to climb stairs and lift, carry, push and/or pull items up to 25 pounds. Must be able to respond effectively to, and lead the class in emergency situations.

Education:

4 Year Degree

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