Elementary Classroom Teacher - 3rd Grade

Elementary Classroom Teacher - 3rd Grade

• Position Type:
  Elementary School Teaching/ Primary - Grades 1, 2, 3
• Date Posted:
  7/29/2026

Position Overview:
Notre Dame Catholic School's 3rd Grade Teacher will support faith-based student learning by

• Supporting the formation of each child in accordance with the educational mission of the Roman Catholic Church
• Educating and guiding each student in the Catholic religion in accordance with the standards and mission of the Diocese of Gary and the Roman Catholic Church
• Engaging students in the mission while providing support and accountability
• Working with the parish community to ensure mission viability and vitality
• Supporting parents in the development of their children
• Ensuring a safe and secure learning environment
• Acquiring and implementing resources and providing support for faith-based youth development
• Addressing identified student learning needs in collaboration with the parents and other ND staff

Qualifications:

• Commitment to the mission of Catholic education; ability to articulate a vision of faith-based student learning within a parish Catholic school community; ability to engage students in the mission
• Post-secondary degree from an accredited institution
• Possess or be in the process of obtaining appropriate certification(s)/license(s) from the State of Indiana
• Relevant coursework and experience
• Relevant teaching and/or student-teaching experience
• In addition, knowledge of the following will be necessary
• Teachings of the Roman Catholic Church, especially as they pertain to elementary education
• Developmentally appropriate faith-formation and educational practices
• Adult Education (Professional Development)
• Supporting students with special needs ("Special Education")
• State of Indiana Academic Standards
• Completion of appropriate criminal background checks & VIRTUS safe environment training