St. Jerome Parish School is seeking a faith-filled, energetic, and academically driven Junior High Science Teacher to join our faith-filled faculty.

Position Overview

The Junior High Science Teacher is responsible for delivering rigorous, standards-based instruction across core subject areas while creating a structured, engaging, and faith-centered classroom environment

Essential Responsibilities

Instruction & Curriculum

• Design and implement engaging, standards-based instruction in core subject areas
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners
• Implement formative and summative assessments to guide instructional decisions
• Integrate instructional technology appropriately and effectively

Classroom Culture

• Establish consistent routines and strong classroom management systems
• Foster a classroom climate rooted in respect, responsibility, and collaboration
• Create a secure, welcoming, and academically challenging learning environment
• Support students in developing organization, study habits, and independence

Catholic Identity

• Support and deepen the school’s Catholic culture
• Model Christian virtues in daily interactions
• Integrate faith into the curriculum and classroom life
• Encourage service, leadership, and moral development

Collaboration & Professionalism

• Collaborate actively with grade-level partners and fellow faculty members
• Maintain open, healthy communication with students, parents, and colleagues
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school initiatives
• Demonstrate professionalism reflective of St. Jerome values

Qualifications

The candidate must:

• Know and apply best teaching practices
• Possess strong instructional and classroom management skills
• Desire to vertically align curriculum and collaborate across grade levels
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Solve problems thoughtfully and constructively
• Reflect professionalism and commitment to Catholic education

Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution (Education or related field preferred)
• Valid teaching license or Archdiocesan equivalent
  (12 semester hours of credit in teacher education as part of, or in addition to, the degree)
• Compliance with all Archdiocesan child protection training and procedures

Compensation & Employment Details

• Type: Annual salary with benefits
• Supervisor: Principal
• Location:  St. Jerome Parish School, Oconomowoc
• Employment Status: Full Time (as designated in letter of employment or addendum)

ADA Physical Requirements

• Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, talk, and hear
• Frequent use of hands and arms; ability to sit for extended periods
• Close vision required for paperwork and computer work
• Ability to use a computer, keyboard, monitor, and telephone
• Ability to lift up to 20 pounds
• Work performed primarily in a classroom/office environment

*send resume to Kathy Collins: [email protected]