26/27 6th-8th Grade ELA Teacher - St. Lucy School
Siena Catholic Schools of Racine
Location
Racine, Wisconsin
Quick overview
The teacher will be responsible for inspiring students and promoting mastery in English Language Arts for grades 6-8, including teaching an 8th-grade homeroom section. This involves developing and implementing curriculum aligned with Wisconsin State Standards and Common Core Standards while continually assessing student progress.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in the appropriate subject area and preferably hold the appropriate State of Wisconsin licensing and certification. Required abilities include knowledge of best teaching practices and the capacity to work effectively in a diverse, high-achieving school environment.
Job description
Siena Catholic Schools of Racine is seeking a Middle School English Language Arts Teacher at St. Lucy School in Racine, WI. This position will have a 8th grade homeroom and teach ELA to 6-8th grade students.
- Siena Catholic Schools of Racine unites the area’s six Catholic elementary schools (John Paul II Academy, Our Lady of Grace Academy, St.
- Joseph, St.
- Lucy, St.
- Rita, St.
- Sebastian STEM Academy) and one high school (St.
- Catherine's) in a regional model of Catholic education intended to preserve the individual identity, history, and uniqueness of each school while maximizing the impact of collective strength.
- OUR MISSION Siena Catholic Schools of Racine ignites a spirit of excellence in faith, knowledge, and service, inspiring students to be who God created them to be.
- OUR VISION Rooted in the teachings of Christ and His Church, Siena Catholic Schools of Racine is a premier option for Catholic Education, empowering all members of the Siena Community to live out their vocations in the world as disciples of Jesus Christ.
As a teacher, here is why you should choose Siena Catholic Schools of Racine
- Small class sizes: our average class size is 20 students with a 10:1 student-teacher ratio.
- Faith-based approach to education: we believe that when rooted in faith and tradition, students are able to grow in mind, body, and faith.
- Diverse urban student population: we value the strengths of the communities we are a part of.
- Focus on graduation and life: we nurture lifelong learners who are prepared to be successful leaders in college, career, community, and the Church.
Job Summary
- Inspiring students and promoting mastery in subject areas.
- Helping to develop and implement curriculum that is aligned with Wisconsin State Standards, Common Core Standards and Wisconsin Model Early Learning Standards as they evolve.
- Providing continual assessment of student progress and maintaining records.
- Continually evaluating instructional performance to meet the needs of the students.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in the appropriate subject area.
- Appropriate State of Wisconsin licensing and certification is preferred
- Knowledge of application of best teaching practices
- Ability to work in a high achieving school in a diverse environment.
Preferred
- Demonstrate commitment to the principles of Catholic Faith.
- Elementary teaching experience
- Have general knowledge of transformative technology instruction.
We hope you will join us in making a difference with our students and our community.