Job Description

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

Under the direction of the school principal, the teacher is responsible for supporting Assumption School and the Archdiocese of St. Louis in its mission to evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic School environment. The accepted candidate is responsible for teaching for the duration of the school year. The teacher is responsible for fostering the intellectual, social, physical, and faith development of all students

Job Responsibilities

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church.

• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.

• Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities.

• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and Archdiocesan curriculum standards in lesson plans.

• Demonstrate competence in teaching by incorporating 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.

• Develops meaningful substitute teaching lessons that support the curriculum in the teacher’s absence.

• 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.

• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self- image, as part of the school’s discipline process; set high standards for student behavior and manage inappropriate behavior effectively.

• Cooperate with school and Archdiocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.

• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing Archdiocesan and school policies and regulations

Job Requirements

• A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. 

• Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills.

• Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player.

• Be available for limited evening and weekend work as necessary.

• Attend staff meetings and professional development throughout the year.

• Use the TeacherEase student management software to enter grades, behavior reports/discipline incidents and communicate with parents.

• Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Proficiency in the use of computer technology in the classroom, for planning and curriculum development, and Google Classroom, and the Google Suite, as well as other related technology.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

• Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment.

• The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

 
Pre-Employment Screening 
All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening. 

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