Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

St. Rose of Lima Catholic School seeks a passionate educator to teach Literature to students in grades 6–8. The ideal candidate inspires a love of reading, guides students in understanding great works of literature (classic and contemporary), and fosters thoughtful discussion and critical thinking within a faith-filled Catholic environment.

• Teach part-time Literature classes for grades 6–8, following school and diocesan curriculum standards.
• Design engaging units around novels, short stories, drama, and poetry that promote comprehension, analysis, and appreciation of literature.
• Lead whole-class and small-group discussions that encourage interpretation, respectful debate, and connections between literature, Catholic values, and students’ lives.
• Incorporate literary analysis, vocabulary from texts, and reading-response activities.
• Assess student progress through projects, presentations, and written responses; maintain accurate grade and attendance records.
• Collaborate with colleagues to align instruction with broader middle-school goals.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians and administration.
• Model Catholic values and cultivate a classroom culture of respect, inclusion, and intellectual curiosity.

• Bachelor’s degree in English, Literature, Education, or a related field (required).
• Valid teaching license/certification (preferred; willingness to work toward certification considered).
• Experience teaching or leading literature discussions with middle-school students.
• Strong classroom-management and organizational skills.
• Commitment to Catholic education and to integrating faith and literature where appropriate.

• Part-time: Approximately 20-30 hours per week (specific schedule to be determined).

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