Social Studies Teacher, Grades 6-8 Title: Middle School Social Studies Teacher, Grades 6-8, Full-Time, school year (180 days) Reports to: Principal Location: All Saints Catholic School, 166 State Street, Bangor Maine 04401

Overview: All Saints Catholic School located in Bangor Maine is within the Diocese of Portland, Maine. Works diligently to support and strengthen the Catholic Church and its values by word and example. Teachers support all of the official religious teachings of the Catholic Church throughout their personal and professional lives. All Saints Catholic School teachers embrace the tenets of the Catholic Faith through charity, service to others, and worship and prayer. A vibrant classroom culture is established through kind words, helpful deeds, a professional manner of dress and supportive actions.

Job Responsibilities • Develops and administers school grade-level curriculum consistent with Diocesan goals and objectives of the Hartford Curriculum • Promotes a classroom environment that is safe and conducive to whole group, individualized, and small-group instruction • Develops detailed lesson plans and related instructional materials outlined in the Hartford Curriculum • Translates lesson plans into learning meaningful experiences; differentiates instruction based on student learning style and needs • Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning including NWEA testing fall, winter and spring • Continues professional knowledge of developments in the educational field by attending seminars, workshops, courses, and professional meetings • Encourages parental involvement in student education and ensures effective communication to students and parents • Administers NWEA standardized tests in accordance with Diocesan assessment programs • Actively participates in faculty meetings, committees and fundraising events • Participates in activities outside of the classroom involving students sports and enrichment activities

Qualifications: •BS/BA Degree in Social Studies Education or related field •Maine Department of Education certification in Social Sciences (History) 5-9 or Social Sciences 6-12 is required; conditional or professional •Excellent classroom management skills •Strong oral and written English communication skills, including clear speaking voice, good spelling and grammar required •Highly organized and the ability to collaborate on a team •Knowledge of basic tenets of Catholic Church •Must have a professional demeanor and strong classroom presence with students •Passion for teaching social studies and continuing their professional education •Ability to collaborate with the middle school team, support staff, parents, clergy, and community members Benefits include: • Competitive Salary Package which includes: health care, continuing education, dental and retirement contributions • Tuition Benefits for children • 

To Apply: Please complete the online application at this link: Application for Employment and provide a cover letter, resume, and 3 current and related references send information packet to: HR@portlanddiocese.org or mail to Elizabeth Allen, Director of Human Resources, Diocese of Portland, 510 Ocean Avenue, Portland, Maine 04103. For questions, call 207-773-6471. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Upon offer and acceptance, all staff must complete Protecting God’s Children Training, complete monthly VIRTUS training, and pass Maine DHHS, and FBI and CHCR background checks. Non-Discrimination Policy: All Saints Catholic School admits and employs individuals of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs and activities generally accorded or made available to students, faculty and staff at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other school-administered programs.

Qualifications: •BS/BA Degree in Social Studies Education or related field •Maine Department of Education certification in Social Sciences (History) 5-9 or Social Sciences 6-12 is required; conditional or professional •Excellent classroom management skills •Strong oral and written English communication skills, including clear speaking voice, good spelling and grammar required •Highly organized and the ability to collaborate on a team •Knowledge of basic tenets of Catholic Church •Must have a professional demeanor and strong classroom presence with students •Passion for teaching social studies and continuing their professional education •Ability to collaborate with the middle school team, support staff, parents, clergy, and community members