Job Description:

For the 2025-2026 school year the Rapid City Catholic School System is seeking an Orchestra Teacher. This is a full time position and teaching duties include students in grades 4 - 12.   

Current class sections are:

4th Grade

5th Grade

6th Grade

7th/8th Grade

High School

Chamber

Part time applicants will be considered.

Why the RCCSS?

FAITH: Sharing prayer and Mass with students brings a renewal and enrichment to your faith life. Not all teachers or students are Catholic, but Catholic values are present for everyone.

COMMUNITY: More than a job, the RCCSS is a family! RCCSS provides a network of support. Parents are involved and  genuinely appreciative.

RIGOR: Academic excellence is expected - students rise to the challenge!

FREEDOM: You set the pace and mode of teaching based on the needs of your students.

SUPPORT: Policies are grounded in faith and upheld by faith-filled administration.

General Job Description

I.  POSITION TITLE:   Teacher 

II.  EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION: Certified Personnel 

III.  JOB CLASSIFICATION: Exempt 

IV.  ACCOUNTABLE/REPORTS TO: Principal 

V.   POSTIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION: Aides, Volunteers 

VI.  DUTY HOURS: 7:30am-4:30pm, duty days based on school calendar 

VII.  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION: Bachelor's degree in education, Certification by the state of SD for curriculum assigned.           

SKILLS EXPECTATIONS: Understands, enjoys, and is sensitive to the needs of this age group.  Proficient in the subject matter for which employed.  Ability to communicate effectively with students and parents,  Organized, and self-disciplined with a high standard of conduct and good judgment.  Is firm, patient and kind.

VIII.  BASIC FUNCTION/PURPOSE OF THE POSITION:

Conducts a program of education for students in accordance with the state of SD and the philosophy and objectives of the RCCSS. 

Plans, lectures, demonstrates and evaluates; makes use of audio-visual aids, meets with parents, participates in professional activities and in –service programs; performs extra-curricular duties related to this position and other duties as may be assigned. 

IX. DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES/EXPECTATIONS OF THE POSITION: 

A.  Performs assigned duties which conform to the school’s philosophy, objectives and school policy.

B.  Supervises (at all times) students assigned to him/her by the principal.

C.  Explains subject matter, makes assignments, corrects papers, and hears oral presentations.

D. Evaluates the learning capabilities of the students in relation to the subject matter and determines the method, amount, complexity and kind of instruction which will achieve maximum progress.

E.  Makes an effort to detect conditions that hinder the growth and development of the child.

F. Counsels students, discusses students’ academic and behavioral difficulties with parents, suggests remedial action and special referrals as needed.

G. Respects the confidentiality of personal and restricted information regarding students, faculty and school.

H. Assumes responsibility for materials used in the classroom as well as the proper appearance and cleanliness of the classroom.

I.    Maintains an attractive classroom that evidences a progressive program in academic, social, and manipulative skills as well as in religious education.

J.    Maintains orderly conduct and promotes self-discipline among the students

K.  Maintains accuracy in recording attendance, test results and other data for the permanent records.

L.   Knows and understands fire and safety regulations and encourages the students in safe practices and good health.

M.   Exhibits loyalty in all working relationships with students, parents, school chaplain, fellow staff and administration.

N. Uses available opportunities for self-improvement both professionally and personally.

O. Performs non-classroom duties as assigned and participates in school activities.

X. COOPERATIVE RELATIONSHIPS WITH THE FOLLOWING:

All administrators, faculty, staff, parents, students, volunteers, officials and the community of the school system

 XI. LIMITS OF AUTHORITY:

As defined by the policies, procedures and practices of the administration and/or the school board.

Interested?

Contact Molly Rausch

mrausch@rccss.org

605-719-7289

The Rapid City Catholic School System is a private, Catholic school district. We are blessed to have 700 students in grades PreK - 12. Students receive a high quality, faith based education from a dedicated family of faculty and staff. All full-time employees are offered a rich benefit package which includes medical, dental, life and disability insurance as well as a 403(b) retirement plan. Join us as we continue "Developing Personal and Academic Excellence in the Catholic Tradition."