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Position Opening Title: Grades 7-8 Math Teacher Name of School: St. Michael Catholic School Address: 14 Main Street North City, State, Zip Code: St. Michael, MN 55376 Contact: Ben Sartori, Assistant Principal Email: bsartori@stmcatholicschool.org <mailto:bsartori@stmcatholicschool.org> Telephone: 763-497-3887 Website: www.stmcatholicschool.org<https://nam02.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.stmcatholicschool.org%2F&data=05%7C02%7Cscsu-edpost%40stcloudstate.edu%7C8aac4275f18a4874378a08dd520ba17b%7C5011c7c60ab446ab9ef4fae74a921a7f%7C0%7C0%7C638756932088755718%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CTTDb7x0Qakwc%2FRaHY7BpIaeaxAggSLLxkNS5NgSSlw%3D&reserved=0> Job Description: St. Michael Catholic School is seeking a dynamic teacher of Math for Grades 7 & 8 (two sections each grade). The ideal candidate will be an enthusiastic Catholic ready to work collaboratively with students, parents, and teachers. Possessing a spirit of innovation and creativity, this teacher will approach lesson design with student engagement, differentiation, high standards, and technology in mind while embedding the Catholic faith throughout the day. Teaching responsibilities include one section of middle level Religion. Knowledge of Minnesota State Standards for Math, and NWEA&#8217;s Measure of Academic Progress (MAPs) are most helpful. Qualifications: * An understanding of, commitment to, and passion for the mission of Catholic education and be a credible witness of the Catholic faith * Ability to contribute to a culture of: (1) faith in Christ and the Catholic Church that is mature, informed, accountable, and dynamically missionary; (2) respect for the dignity, freedom, responsibility, and social vocation of the human person made in God&#8217;s image; and (3) human excellence reinforced through high, yet reasonable expectations for learning and for virtuous interactions among all members of the school community * Ability to adapt the preceding to create a classroom culture that is age-appropriate, and to promote students&#8217; full, conscious, and active participation in that culture, utilizing Responsive Classroom philosophy & strong classroom management skills * MN Teaching License with Middle School Endorsement preferred * Understanding of best practices in math instruction * A keen ability to relate with adolescents and be student-centered * A willingness to collaborate with other teachers and make data-driven decisions * High expectations and an enthusiastic approach to working with others * Experience designing instruction and assessment aligned with standards * Experience integrating technology into both teaching and learning (use of SMART Boards, digital cameras, Chromebooks, and Google Classroom) * Training in Responsive Classroom philosophy * A strong work ethic balanced with the ability to laugh and share the joy of learning Application Instructions/Comments: Email letter of interest, resume, license and credentials, along with three letters of recommendation to bsartori@stmcatholicschool.org<mailto:bsartori@stmcatholicschool.org> Attn: Ben Sartori, Assistant Principal Deadline: Open until filled. Do not delay in applying. Work Commitment: Full time Wage and Benefits: $35,000-$70,000; 403B Retirement Plan; Health Insurance Position Begins: School year 2025-2026 Fully accredited through MNSAA, St. Michael Catholic School is a PreK-8 program just 35 miles northwest of the Twin Cities. Student enrollment is approximately 495. Our 19 classroom teachers work closely with full time specialists in physical education, music, computer and Spanish. We aspire to model our mission, &#8220;Living for Christ & Learning for Life&#8221;, each day.