First Grade Teacher

Teaching Vacancy Announcement

Position Open:

St. Columba Catholic Elementary School in Durango, Colorado is accepting application packets for the following position:

Teaching Position Description

Under the supervision of the building principal, the teacher is responsible for First Grade full-time teacher for the 2025 - 2026 school year. The teacher is responsible for fostering children's spiritual, intellectual, social, physical, and faith development in a vital part of their elementary school experience.

Teaching Position Requirements

• Recognizes and supports the unique Catholic Mission of the school by speaking, acting, and instructing consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church;
• Gives evidence of lived Gospel values by being an active member of a faith community and being open to the importance of personal faith journey; strives to model the teaching of Jesus by attitude and example.
• Demonstrate a willingness to participate in and plan school religious and service activities to help build the school's faith community.
• Demonstrate effective planning skills by preparing lessons designed to implement stated goals and objectives and by incorporating school and diocesan curriculum objectives in lesson plans.
• Shows competence in teaching by demonstrating current, thorough knowledge of curriculum and subject matter and communicating effectively with students; organizes classroom learning materials to maximize student time on tasks and motivates student learning.
• Develop and use effective methods of evaluation that are directly related to curriculum objectives and to concepts and skills taught; consistently and effectively evaluate student progress.
• Have a strong belief that all children can and will be successful.
• Establish a consistent disciplinary approach and classroom management that promote self-direction and positive self-image. Set high standards for student behavior and effectively manage inappropriate behavior to create and achieve a safe learning environment.
• Maintain a functional, safe, and pleasant learning environment where children are expected to succeed and are supported when facing challenges.
• Cooperate with school and diocesan administration; work effectively with all staff members to promote positive relationships with students and parents.
• Have strong leadership skills as well as the heart of a servant.
• At all times demonstrate professional responsibility in enforcing diocesan and school policies and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality of information and display sound judgment in dress and general behavior.
• Works collaboratively with school administration, supporting their efforts in leadership
• Highly independent team player

Education and Experience

• Associate's degree in education from an accredited university. Bachelor's degree preferred.
• K-5 teaching certificate preferred
• Certified by the State of Colorado as a Teacher
• Condition of employment will be the teacher to have completed or will complete the CDE Science of Reading training

Other Requirements

• Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation
• Must have a good driving record, current Colorado driver’s license, and automobile insurance

Compensation and Benefits

• St. Columba teachers earn 100% of the average regional salary.
• B.A. 0 years or beginning salary range is $46,000K - $48,000 annually
• The full salary range across all education and experience levels is $46,000 - $61,000 annually
• Full high-quality health benefits.
• Employer pays 80% of the individual premium.
• $2,000 deductible
• 403b Retirement plan
• 3% salary matching contribution
• Free tuition for employees' children
• Free school lunches daily

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $46,000.00 - $61,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

Salary : $46,000 - $48,000