8th Grade ELA Teacher

8th Grade ELA Teacher

Dardenne Prairie, MO, US, 63368-6735 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 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.

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.

Job Responsibilities

• Design and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans that align with the provided curriculum and support early learning standards and milestones.
• Create and maintain a safe, clean, and engaging classroom environment that supports active learning and fosters children's growth.
• Monitor and assess student progress, including academic, behavioral, and social development, and effectively communicate observations to parents and school administration.
• Foster strong partnerships with families by maintaining regular, open communication, addressing concerns proactively, and encouraging parent involvement in classroom activities and student learning.
• Collaborate with colleagues and administrators to support cohesive instruction and implement programs that enhance student success.
• Organize classroom materials and routines to optimize instructional time and motivate student engagement and independence.
• Establish and maintain positive classroom management practices that promote self-regulation, respect, and a strong sense of self-worth among students.
• Support a positive school culture by working cooperatively with staff and administration and building respectful, supportive relationships with students and families.

Job Requirements

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. 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.