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Third Grade Teacher
St. John the Baptist Catholic School | Indiana
St. John the Baptist Catholic School is seeking a dedicated and faith-filled Third Grade Teacher to join our school community. We are looking for an educator who is passionate about helping students grow academically, spiritually, socially, and emotionally while creating a positive and engaging classroom environment.
Responsibilities
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Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned instruction in reading, writing, mathematics, science, and social studies.
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Integrate Catholic faith, Gospel values, and the teachings of the Church throughout the school day.
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Create a structured, positive classroom environment with high expectations for student learning and behavior.
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Differentiate instruction to meet the academic needs of all learners.
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Assess student learning and use data to guide instruction and support student growth.
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Communicate regularly and professionally with parents and guardians.
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Collaborate with colleagues, interventionists, and school leadership to support student success.
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Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, school Masses, and other school and parish activities.
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Support the mission and Catholic identity of St. John the Baptist Catholic School.
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Maintain a safe, respectful, and welcoming classroom for all students.
Qualifications
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Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field.
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Valid Indiana teaching license or eligibility to obtain an Indiana teaching license.
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Strong classroom management and communication skills.
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Ability to differentiate instruction and meet the needs of diverse learners.
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Commitment to continuous professional growth and collaboration.
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Practicing Catholic preferred; candidates must be supportive of and committed to the mission and teachings of the Catholic Church.
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Successful completion of required background checks and child-safety training.
We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate is positive, dependable, collaborative, and student-centered, with a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of children. We value teachers who are willing to grow professionally, work as part of a team, and help create a school culture where students are known, valued, challenged, and loved.
Position: Full-Time
Grade: Third Grade
Start Date: Immediately
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to Shannon Jones (sjones@stjohnsb.com or 574-232-9849).
St. John the Baptist Catholic School is an equal opportunity employer.