Middle School Humanities Teacher

The Middle School Humanities Teacher will:

• Deliver rigorous, standards-aligned instruction in ELA and Social Studies for Grades 6 and 7, and the 5–7 Christian Leadership Elective
• Develop and maintain detailed, current lesson plans that keep students engaged and on task
• Collaborate closely with the departmentalized upper-grades team (Math/Science and PE/Religion)
• Implement the Diocese of Boise and Cardinal Newman Society Catholic Curricular Standards
• Use prescribed curriculum, authorized textbooks, and approved instructional materials
• Conduct regular student and parent conferencing and maintain timely, complete grade records
• Submit report card grades and comments for administrative review prior to publication
• Provide all legally required documentation for student attendance and records
• Maintain classroom textbook inventory, including condition assessments and fee collection for damaged or lost books
• Fulfill yard duty, attend faculty meetings, and participate in school events and programs
• Support the school's liturgical and religious life, including weekly class Mass and Advent/Lenten experiences
• Cooperate fully with extracurricular and non-instructional duties as assigned by administration

REQUIRED EVENTS & MEETINGS

This position requires attendance at all of the following:

Mandatory Events

• August In-Service Days
• Diocesan Professional Development Days
• Back to School Night
• Open House
• Parent-Teacher Conferences
• Christmas Concert
• Grandparents Day
• Morning Assembly & School Mass

Non-Negotiable Meetings

• Staff Meetings
• Student Support Team (SST) Meetings
• Articulation Meetings
• Cluster Meetings
• Middle School Team Planning Meetings

QUALIFICATIONS

• Active Catholic faith; commitment to the mission of Catholic education
• Bachelor's degree in Education or relevant content area required; Master's preferred
• Valid Idaho teaching certificate or eligibility for certification
• Experience teaching middle school ELA, Social Studies, or Religion preferred
• Strong classroom management skills and ability to build authentic relationships with adolescents
• Collaborative team player with excellent communication skills
• Willingness to grow professionally and contribute to a school culture of continuous improvement

GENERAL EXPECTATIONS

• Arrive on campus no later than 30 minutes before the start of the school day; remain available a minimum of 30 minutes after dismissal
• Support school administration and promote mutual respect when discussing school matters with students, parents, or community members
• Notify administration in writing when absent from campus during regular school hours (8:00 AM – 3:15 PM)
• Keep administration informed of any circumstances that may involve the school, including student or family concerns
• Open classrooms and be available for students upon arrival on inclement weather days