Social Studies Teacher

Job Description

About Loyola Sacred Heart High School:
Loyola Sacred Heart High School is a diocesan Catholic, Jesuit endorsed, co-educational high school committed to providing the highest quality college preparatory education. As part of Missoula Catholic Schools, we are committed to the formation of young men and women of compassion, conscience, competence and community. Since its beginning in 1873, Loyola Sacred Heart has exhibited academic excellence while remaining rooted in its Jesuit roots. The current enrollment is 176 students with a capacity of 200 students. 90% of students involved in co-circular activities. Our athletic teams participate in the "Class B" or small school division throughout the State of Montana. Loyola Sacred Heart is founded on the charism and teaching philosophy of the Jesuit Fathers and Sisters of Providence. Loyola Sacred Heart is a Catholic educational institution that provides a venue where students can seek, find, comprehend, and apply the truth.
A Catholic school teacher is responsible for the academic and spiritual formation of students and daily activities of his/her assigned instructional responsibilities. The Catholic school teacher works closely with the building faculty, staff, and parents to achieve a climate and educational program that fosters high expectations of the individual as well as Catholic growth and formation within the school community. The teaching assignments of the Catholic school teacher are designated by the Building Principal, the person to whom the Catholic school teacher reports.
Major Responsibilities (including but not limited to, under Principals' direction):
Design of timely and engaging lesson planning grounded in academic standards
Creates, modifies, and follows an annual curriculum pacing map

Fully supports the implementation of related instructional or content professional development through observations, feedback, and high-quality lesson planning
Meets with the Principal regularly to discuss curriculum, resources, curriculum maps, lessons, student needs, etc.
Provides timely student feedback through adopted grading practice
Contributes to all school program offerings including extracurricular activities, clubs, and sports Attends designated school events
Accepts additional roles as needed in order to meet the needs of all students served
Preferred Skills and Licensure
Holds a Montana state teaching license
Commitment to Catholic education
Effective communication skills
Ability and willingness to work collaboratively as part of a team
Social Studies sections include:
-AP US History
-Asian Studies
-Native American Studies
-Humanities
Salary is based on experience and education.
Interested candidates should mail, drop off or email application materials to: employment@mcsmt.org
Application Packet Requirements:
Cover letter/Letter of Interest
Current Resume

About the Employer

At Loyola Sacred Heart, our commitment to cura personalis, personalized care, and concern for each individual sets the foundation for a nurturing environment. Inspired by the Jesuit Charism of Magis and Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam, we strive for "The More" and work for the Greater Glory of God, guiding our students to become men and women for others. Our motto, "Caritas Christi Urget Nos" (The Love of Christ Impels Us), fuels our journey as contemplatives in action. We actively live out our Jesuit charism by serving you, our students and families, as companions through struggles and accomplishments. The 'Grad at Grad' serves as our compass, urging students to embrace openness to growth, intellectual competence, religious values, love, and a steadfast commitment to justice.