Elementary Classroom Teacher

Location

Name of Facility: Guardian Angels Central Catholic
Address
408 E Walnut
West Point, Nebraska
68788

Submitted By

Name: Paula Peatrowsky
Email: ppeatrowsky@gaccbluejays.org

Description

Department: Elementary
Reports to: Paula Peatrowsky

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

The Elementary Teacher at Guardian Angels Central Catholic (GACC) provides rigorous, engaging instruction across the core academic areas while nurturing the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development of students in alignment with Catholic values. The teacher fosters a safe, supportive, and faith-filled classroom environment that promotes curiosity, responsibility, and a love of learning. Through strong instruction, meaningful relationships, and a commitment to excellence, the teacher lays the foundation for lifelong learning and faith formation.

Requirements

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Model and support the Catholic mission, values, and beliefs of Guardian Angels Central Catholic
• Serve as a witness to the Catholic faith through professional conduct, relationships, and daily interactions
• Participate in school Masses, prayer, service activities, and faith-formation events, and plan grade-level Masses when assigned.
• Integrate Gospel values, prayer, and Catholic identity into daily instruction and classroom routines
• Support students’ growth in character, responsibility, compassion, and service
• Teach assigned elementary curriculum across core subject areas in alignment with approved curriculum and learning goals and the use of Gradual Release of Instruction
• Design lessons that promote foundational skills, critical thinking, and age-appropriate problem solving
• Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental and learning needs of diverse students
• Integrate instructional technology and hands-on learning experiences to enhance engagement
• Demonstrate strong content knowledge and apply effective instructional strategies aligned with best practices
• Adjust instruction based on assessment data to support student growth
• Maintain accurate and timely records, grades, and required documentation
• Establish and maintain a safe, respectful, structured, and inclusive classroom environment
• Set clear expectations, routines, and procedures appropriate to elementary learners
• Promote positive behavior, responsibility, and a growth mindset
• Foster a classroom culture where students feel valued, supported, and encouraged to participate
• Collaborate positively and effectively with colleagues, administrators, and support staff
• Perform assigned student supervision duties, including recess, lunchroom, crosswalk, and other duties as assigned by the principal.

Education and Experience
Qualifications & Certification

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred

• Valid Nebraska Teaching Certificate with appropriate elementary endorsement, or ability to obtain certification

• Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education; practicing Catholic preferred

• Demonstrated ability to support the academic and developmental needs of elementary students

• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

• Comply with all school policies, Archdiocese of Omaha guidelines, and Safe Environment requirements

Application Instructions

Please send a cover letter, resume, references, and a copy of your teaching certificate to:
Mrs. Paula Peatrowsky, Principal
Guardian Angels Central Catholic Elementary School
408 E Walnut
West Point, NE 68788

ppeatrowsky@gaccbluejays.org
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