Primary School Teacher

Divine Mercy Academy

Belgrade, Montana

Primary School Teacher

Divine Mercy Academy is an independent classical school located in beautiful Belgrade, MT and offers pre-K to 12th education in the Catholic Classical tradition, DMA is looking for passionate, hardworking teachers to fill one or more positions.

Divine Mercy Academy is looking for teachers who can provide an exciting and rigorous academic and faith formation experience. Our primary school teacher will help instill a love of school while instructing students in the various subjects according to the classical model. We are seeking a candidate who is passionate about forming young souls and accompanying them in their academic journey.

Position Overview

The primary school teacher will be assigned to teach a combined classroom of either K/1st grade, 2nd/3rd grades or 4th/5th grades; must be ready to instruct all subjects according to Saint Patrick’s Curriculum.

Responsibilities

• Organize and manage a classroom of up to 12 students.
• Craft assignments and other experiences that will successfully inculcate students with a love of math and more generally to inspire in them a curiosity to seek out knowledge as a lifelong habit.
• Test and evaluate students.
• Foster a classroom environment that allows for intellectual curiosity, mutual respect and living gospel values.
• Communicate clearly with school leadership, parents, and students.
  Work with other faculty to fulfill the overall mission of the school.
• Remain faithful to the teaching of the Catholic Church while modelling a faithful, joy-filled life.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in education or liberal arts.
• Practicing Catholic in communion with the Magisterium of the Church.
• Desire to work with children and form them in the Catholic Faith.
• Excellent communication and classroom management skills.
• Commitment to students’ learning, personal growth and faith formation.
• Must be able to pass the required background check.

Compensation

The starting salary for this position will vary between $38,000 and $45,000 depending on experience and qualification.

Additionally, Divine Mercy Academy will provide paid opportunities for personal and professional growth annually, matching 401k contributions and paid time off.

To Apply

Please provide a resume, cover letter, and references to jay.lappe@dmamt.org.