Elementary Religion Teacher

St. Peter Catholic School in Forest Lake, MN is hiring an Elementary Religion Teacher. The ideal candidate will provide instruction of the religion curriculum to kindergarten – 6th Grade students while being a joyful witness to the beauty and truth of the Catholic faith.

SUMMARY OF DUTIES:

• Teach elementary school religion in accordance with the school’s curriculum and so as to be in total alignment with the Magisterium of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Prepare daily lesson plans and structure curriculum.
• Instruct and assess students using a variety of methods and tools.
• Have an in-depth understanding of the Sacraments, especially Reconciliation and the Eucharist.
• Exhibit competence in age appropriate and developmentally appropriate instructional methods and knowledge of subject matter.
• Create a classroom environment that fosters growth and development in the Catholic faith.
• Maintain a positive learning environment.
• Demonstrate effective, appropriate classroom management skills.
• Have the willingness and ability to learn and use technology skills as the position demands.
• Communicate effectively with administration, fellow staff members, and the greater parish community.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate conduct at all times with supervisors, fellow staff members, parents, and students both in the classroom and throughout the campus.
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians and families concerning issues or problems that may arise. Conduct conferences with parents twice a year to discuss and review student progress.
• Be knowledgeable and supportive of the school’s mission, philosophy and code of conduct.
• Reinforce Catholic educational identity throughout the school, parish, and local communities.
• Serve as a positive role model and supportive adult to children and their families, at all times acting as a witness to the Catholic faith.
• Participate in in-service classes, workshops, and staff development opportunities to maintain professional licensure and knowledge base.
• Attend faculty and other parish or school meetings as required.
• Participate in fundraisers and parish/school events as assigned by the principal. Must be able to attend parish/school related activities outside of regular classroom hours.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Required:
  • Bachelor's Degree
  • Be an active, practicing Roman Catholic
• Preferred:
  • Current Minnesota teaching license
  • Previous related experience

To apply send resume to Mrs. Alison Dahn, Assistant Principal at adahn@school.stpeterfl.org