JOB TITLE: Full-time Catholic School Teacher DEPARTMENT/LOCATION: Holy Name Catholic School, Sheridan, Wyoming PRIMARY FUNCTION: Under the direction of the school principal is responsible for supporting the Dioceses of Cheyenne in its mission to educate, evangelize and catechize youth in a Catholic School environment. GENERAL SUMMARY: Under the supervision of the Building Principal, the accepted candidate is responsible for teaching fulltime Kindergarten for the duration of the school year (180 school days + four development days). The teacher is responsible for fostering the intellectual, social, physical, and Catholic faith development of children in school experience. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church; a teacher may not espouse any doctrine inconsistent with the teachings of the Church. • Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example. • Help build the school’s faith community by a demonstrated willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities. • Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans. • 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. • Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress. • Establish a consistent disciplinary approach which promotes self-direction and positive self-image; set high standards for student behavior and manager inappropriate behavior effectively. • Maintain a functional and pleasant learning environment • Cooperate with school and diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents. • At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations • Maintain confidentiality of information, display sound judgment in dress and general behavior. • Perform other duties as assigned. Physical/Mental Requirements: • Requires coordination and manual dexterity, normal mental and visual ability; ability to lift as required in a normal office environment Required Activities: Walking, sitting standing, stooping, reaching, talking, handling, hearing, carrying, and keyboarding Basic Qualifications: • A working knowledge of and a strong commitment to the mission of fostering lay leadership in the Catholic Church. If a baptized Catholic, must be a practicing Roman Catholic in full communion with the Church • Excellent communications skills including written, verbal, public speaking, and presentation skills • Excellent human relations and interpersonal skills; must be a self-starter and be well-organized; must be a team player • Be available for evening and weekend work as necessary; have reliable transportation • Be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously • Proficiency in the use of computer technology including word processing and the use of Microsoft Office and related technology; ability to maintain confidentiality • Flexibility in assessing needs and strategies and adapt appropriately in a ministerial environment • The ability to successfully complete a criminal history and background check • Professional bearing and clean and neat personal appearance Education and Experience: • A Bachelor degree in education from an accredited university • State of Wyoming Teaching Certificate Compensation: Based on experience and qualifications Range: $34,360.00 to 57,460.00 To Apply: E-mail a current resume and a letter of interest to: Mary Legler, Principal Holy Name Catholic School m.legler@hncswy.org