St. Michael, Plymouth- St. Michael, Plymouth - Elementary Teacher (Plymouth, IN)

The elementary school teacher will report directly to the School Principal. The position is full time and the selected candidate will receive an annual salary based on the Diocesan teacher scale as well as full benefits from the Diocese of Ft. Wayne - South Bend.

St. Michael Catholic School’s mission statement is to extend the knowledge and practice of the Catholic Faith, promote academic success, and to nurture lifelong learners and productive citizens.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities of the Elementary Grade Teacher based on our Core Values and Root Beliefs:

CATHOLIC COMMUNITY OF LOVE (CLASSROOM INSTRUCTION)
- The teacher will form relationships with the students that are built on respect and love for one another as Christ demonstrated his love for others.
- The teacher will provide general education instruction to all elementary grade students.
  - The teacher will teach Math, English/Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Religion (religion if the candidate is Catholic).
- The teacher will teach all lessons following the Diocesan Pacing Guide and Frameworks for the grade level.
- The teacher will utilize a planbook type system that details the subject matter that will be taught in the classroom.
- The teacher will integrate his/her Catholic faith into all lessons providing the opportunity to show the Truth, Beauty, and Goodness of all academic subjects.

LEADING THROUGH FAITH (PROFESSIONALISM)
- The teacher will incorporate prayer into each school and attend School Mass with their class during their scheduled times.
- The teacher must be willing to attend staff meetings and professional development opportunities.
- The teacher must be willing to serve on committees as needed.
- The teacher will possess or be willing to pursue an Indiana teaching license in general elementary education. A literacy endorsement is a plus.
- The teacher must dress in appropriate professional teaching attire.
- The teacher must have some computer literacy and be proficient or willing to be proficient in Google applications, specifically Google Classroom.
CHRIST-CENTERED OPPORTUNITIES FOR GROWTH (COMMUNICATION AND NOTES)
- The teacher must be able to clearly and respectfully communicate with all adults and students in and outside of the school building in a christ-centered manner
- The teacher must be able to collaborate with other general education classroom teachers as well the “Specials” teachers in order to integrate cross-curricular lessons
- The teacher must communicate with parents in regards to diocesan-wide or school events that involve the students
- The teacher must be able to assign tasks to paraprofessionals that might be stationed in his/her classroom
- The teacher must be willing to avail themselves to growth opportunities that are afforded to them by school administration
- The teacher must be willing to have on-going communication and form relational partnerships with parents in order to work together for the success of their children
A STANDARD OF SPIRITUAL AND ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE (DUTIES SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION)
- The teacher must be willing to utilize multiple instructional techniques and strategies in order to engage all learners
- The teacher must be willing to differentiate lessons to students at any level to ensure that each individual student is provided with the instruction that they need to excel in the classroom
- The teacher must be willing to live out their faith in the classroom, allowing the students to make connections to the faith that are integrated into their instruction
- In order to help promote excellence, the teacher must be willing to be up-to-date on all teaching practices and techniques to ensure that the students' are showing continuous growth

This is a full time position
Close Date: Until Filled

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* What is your highest level of completed education? * Do you hold an educator license or are eligible for one? * Current religious affiliation (please include parish/other details as applicable): * Were you baptized Catholic (or received in the Catholic Church)? If yes, are you an active practicing Catholic living a life consistent with the Catholic Church? * Have you received your First Holy Communion? * Have you been confirmed? * Are you married? * If married, regarding your present marriage were you married in the Catholic Church? If not married, please enter N/A. * If yes, where were you married? * Do you attend weekly Sunday Mass? Name and email address of Pastoral Reference (Must be a Catholic priest):