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

Mission

The Mission of Immaculate Conception of Dardenne Catholic School is empowering students, through love and virtue, to develop their Catholic faith, their intellect, and a community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus.

School Profile

Founded in 1880, Immaculate Conception Parish School and Preschool serves over 480 families and 820 students. The school has over 100 staff members including administration, office staff, classroom teachers, resource teachers, special area class teachers, teacher aides, and support staff. Immaculate Conception School fosters a “community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus”, dedicated to serving the mission of Catholic education in the Archdiocese of St. Louis and the needs of its families.

Summary

Under the supervision of the Principal and Associate Principals, the teacher is responsible for fostering the social emotional development of elementary students. 

• This is a 200 day 50% contract position

• The position is exempt

Job Responsibilities

The list of responsibilities listed below is not exhaustive. The Principal has the authority to assign responsibilities or duties not listed in this job description that will help implement the mission of the Immaculate Conception of Dardenne Catholic School.

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

Mission Implementation

• Actively engage in living the mission of Immaculate Conception Catholic School, as a member of “a community of one Spirit in Christ Jesus.”

• Live the mission of the Catholic Church in daily life, as defined by the Christian Witness statement and the gospel of Jesus Christ.

• Provide the instruction and learning environment that will enable each student to experience growth of the whole child at the appropriate age, grade level, and individual capacity.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate effective planning skills by utilizing a purchased curriculum of SEL lessons that are grounded in the Catholic faith.

• Develop students’ SEL skills including self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, relationship skills, and responsible decision making

• Demonstrate competence in teaching 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.

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

Job Requirements

• Catholic preferred

• Experience working with children

• The candidate must be a faith-filled practicing Catholic

• Bachelor degree

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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