Part-Time Mathematics Teacher

Job Purpose: Under the direction of the school administration, the math teacher is responsible for supporting St. John the Baptist Catholic Montessori School in its mission to prepare students to live out the Gospel message, achieve academic excellence, and joyfully lead by faith, virtue, and reason.

Statement on Working for the Catholic Church: Employment in and by the Catholic Church is substantially different from secular employment. Church employees must conduct themselves in a manner that is consistent with and supportive of the mission and purpose of the Church. Their behavior must not violate the faith, morals, or laws of the Church of the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, such that it can embarrass the Church or give rise to scandal.

It is required that this employee be a Catholic.

• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans.
• Demonstrate competence in teaching middle school mathematics, specifically algebra level 1, by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and be able to communicate effectively with students; be able to organize classroom learning and materials to maximize student time on tasks as well as motivate student learning.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress.
• Perform other duties as assigned.