Seminary & Institute Teacher; Ogden, Utah

Job Description

Do you love teaching the gospel of Jesus Christ? This position is for future full‑time and part‑time Seminary and Institute teachers in Ogden, Utah. Ideal candidates have a love of youth and young adults, high character, and the capacity to teach the gospel in a Christ‑centered, learner‑focused, scripturally based way. They will be effective administrators who work well with parents and priesthood leaders to help the rising generation.

• Complete the REL 471 Teaching Seminary Workshop.
• Participate in a brief (3‑4 day) teaching practicum at a local seminary.
• As a successful practicum participant, become a Student Teacher to teach 1‑2 seminary classes, paid for teaching, preparation, and administrative time.

• Teach students the doctrines and principles of the gospel as found in the scriptures and the words of the prophets.
• Teach in a way that leads to understanding and edification.
• Use approved curriculum and materials.
• Teach the number of classes recommended by policy in consultation with the area director.

• Accept faculty assignments.
• Observe classroom teaching and provide helpful feedback to teachers.
• Strive for continual professional growth.

• Provide useful information and respect the priesthood leader’s time.
• Establish clear and consistent methods of communication.

• Work closely with priesthood leaders in identifying and enrolling all potential students.
• Cultivate a learning environment of love, respect, and purpose in your classroom.

Seminary instructors are expected to work the time necessary to accomplish assigned teaching and administrative responsibilities. Full‑time seminary instructors are not eligible for overtime.

• Trimester system: teach four of the five trimester classes each trimester.
• Eight‑period block system: teach six of the eight classes each semester.
• Seven‑period day: teach a minimum of six classes.
• When possible, student‑to‑teacher ratio should be approximately 150‑180 to one, with no more than thirty‑five students per class.

• (Seminary) Bachelor’s degree from an approved and accredited institution of higher learning, successful completion of religious teacher training (preservice) and student teaching.
• (Institute) Master’s degree from an approved and accredited institution of higher learning, successful completion of religious teacher training (preservice) and student teaching.
• Worthy and active member of the Church with a current temple recommend.
• Exhibit a testimony of the Savior and His restored gospel.
• Exemplify Church teachings regarding marriage and family life.
• Maintain a reputation of meeting financial commitments.
• Capable of managing a classroom of teenagers.
• Demonstrate outstanding scripture‑teaching skills both face‑to‑face and online.

1302 Edvalson St, Ogden, UT 84403, US (No Local)

Part‑time

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