Middle School Teacher - St. Joseph School, Corydon

Archdiocese of Indianapolis • Full-time • Corydon, IN, US • 1w ago

St. Joseph Catholic School is seeking a dynamic, mission-driven educator to lead a combined 7th/8th grade classroom in a small, supportive Catholic school environment. This position offers a unique opportunity for a teacher who values strong relationships, instructional clarity, and whole-group teaching to make a lasting impact during a critical stage of student development.

The teacher will be responsible for delivering instruction in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies, using a whole-group instructional model grounded in Dr. Mike Schmoker's Elevating the Essentials. Our instructional approach prioritizes clear learning objectives, purposeful direct instruction, frequent checks for understanding, and meaningful student engagement-allowing teachers to teach deeply, not frantically.

**Teachers are supported in teaching fewer strategies well, emphasizing clarity, coherence, and mastery.

**SJCS' small class sizes allows for strong relationships, effective classroom management, and responsive instruction.

**Teachers are trusted as professionals and supported through collaboration, coaching, and instructional walkthroughs.

**Faith, service, and academic excellence are woven into daily school life.

**Ideal for a teacher who enjoys autonomy, curriculum ownership, and shaping middle school culture.

Key Responsibilities

**Plan and deliver high-quality whole-group instruction across all core content areas
**Design lessons with clear objectives, aligned to standards and Catholic values
**Utilize formative assessments to guide instruction and provide timely feedback
**Foster a structured, respectful, and engaging classroom environment
**Integrate Catholic identity, service learning, and ethical reasoning where appropriate
**Collaborate with administration and colleagues to support school-wide instructional goals

Preferred Qualifications

*Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field (Middle School or Secondary preferred)
*Strong content knowledge and comfort teaching across multiple subject areas
*Commitment to whole-group instruction and instructional clarity
*Ability to build strong relationships with students and families
*Willingness to support and advance the mission of Catholic education

This position is ideal for an educator who believes that excellent teaching-not endless initiatives-drives student success, and who wants to teach in a school where clarity, faith, and community truly matter.