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St. Joseph?s School Reports To: Principal Terms of Employment: Successful applicants will assume all responsibilities of teaching position. Expected Start Date: August 2026. Application Deadline: Open Until Filled. School Mission: As a school community, it is our mission to: Lead children and families to Christ within the Catholic-Christian community. Foster the spiritual, academic, social, emotional, and physical development of each person. Prepare our students to use knowledge and faith to be a light for the parish, community, and world. Everything we do at St. Joseph?s School should reflect our three-part mission statement. Job Goal: The Second-Grade Classroom Teacher fosters a joyful, faith-filled learning environment where each child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow academically, spiritually, and socially. Through engaging instruction, strong relationships, and a commitment to Catholic values, the teacher helps students develop foundational skills, a love of learning, and a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. The teacher collaborates closely with families and colleagues to support the success and well-being of every student while advancing the mission of Catholic education . Preferred Qualifications and Credentials: Bachelor/Masters degree in education and/or related field Valid Minnesota teaching license Knowledge of content areas and structured unit and lesson planning Student-centered teaching style focused on student learning Collaborative working ability with peers High sense of professionalism Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Teachers at St. Joseph?s School fulfill essential duties and responsibilities according to five domains of Catholic-Christian education: Domain 1 ? Faith Development: Teachers are positive faith models for students and colleagues, teaching about the beliefs and practices of our faith. More specifically, teachers will: Make our faith evident, most notably in all curriculum areas and in the classroom environment. Foster the spiritual development of the students and the school family at-large. Domain 2 ? Planning and Preparation: Teachers will possess a comprehensive understanding of the content to be taught, knowledge of the students? backgrounds (personal, social, educational), and design effective instruction and assessment. More specifically, teachers will: Design sequential and effective standards-based instruction that engages all students in learning. Select and generate appropriate instructional goals and objectives that demonstrate a strong knowledge of content areas. Accurately assess student learning through formative and summative assessment. Demonstrate a variety of instructional and assessment techniques that appropriately meet students? diverse needs and learning styles. Domain 3 ? The Classroom Environment: Teachers will establish an environment conducive to learning, including both the physical and interpersonal aspects of the environment. More specifically, teachers will: Create an environment of respect and rapport that honors the dignity of all students. Establish a culture of learning and an environment of positive social interaction that actively engages students in learning and self-motivation. Establish and implement appropriate classroom procedures that effectively manage student behaviors. Establish and maintain a classroom expectation that challenges students to strive for excellence in all that they do. Domain 4 ? Instruction: Teachers will engage students in learning. Specifically, teachers will: Communicate clearly and accurately in explaining lesson objectives and assignments; in maintaining clear, firm, and reasonable work standards; and in other areas of instruction as appropriate. Effectively adapt instruction based on formative assessment to ensure student learning. Use appropriate and varied instructional techniques that effectively utilize resources to maximize student learning. Domain 5 ? Personal/Professional Responsibilities: Teachers will display a high level of professionalism. Specifically, teachers will: Grow and develop professionally, seeking out opportunities to improve educational knowledge. Demonstrate a commitment to the betterment of the school through enthusiastic participation on committees and non-instructional duties as assigned. Exhibit a high level of professionalism at all times by efficiently handling administrative matters, speaking and writing effectively, properly adhering to internal procedures and policies, effectively interacting and clearly communicating with co-workers and families, and maintaining accurate records. To apply, visit the St. Joseph''s School website. https://stjoesmhdschool.com/employment Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message and any attachments are for the sole use of the intended recipient and may contain confidential and privileged information. Any unauthorized review, use, disclosure, distribution or copying is prohibited. If you are not the intended recipient, please contact the sender by replying to this e-mail and destroy/delete all copies of this e-mail message. Confidentiality Notice: This e-mail message and any attachments are for the sole use of the intended recipient and may contain confidential and privileged information. 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