Seminary & Institute Teacher (Ogden, Utah)

To meet the needs of the Church, we seek to build teams that represent the diverse perspectives, broad life experiences and backgrounds of our global Church membership. With that in mind, we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

About the role

This application is the first step in the process individuals must complete to be considered for employment in Seminaries and Institutes. The process consists of the following:

• Complete the REL 471 Teaching Seminary Workshop. You can register for this class at myinstitute.churchofjesuschrist.org. If you have difficulty registering, contact sue.reid@churchofjesuschrist.org. As part of this class, you will participate and be evaluated in a peer-to-peer teaching experience.
• Participate in a brief (3–4 days) teaching practicum at a local seminary.
• Student Teach. Student teachers are selected from successful practicum participants. There are more practicum participants than student-teacher openings in any given term. Student teachers are hired to teach one or two seminary classes, are paid for teaching time, preparation, and administrative time, and typically work 15–20 hours per week. The assignment can last from one semester/trimester up to a full high-school academic year, and in some cases longer. During this time, student teachers continue training and are assessed for possible full-time or part-time employment. Decisions about full-time employment are made by Seminaries and Institutes administration in Salt Lake City; part-time decisions are made by local S&I administrators based on current demand. There are always more student teachers than openings in any given year.

If you live 90 miles or more from a Preservice Center, you may apply and register for the REL 471 workshop remotely at teachseminary.churchofjesuschrist.org or contact Jolene Davis at DavisJL@churchofjesuschrist.org for more information about the online process.

Responsibilities

• Teach Effectively
  • Teach students the doctrines and principles of the gospel as found in the scriptures and the words of the prophets.
  • Teach in a way that leads to understanding and edification.
  • Use approved curriculum and materials.
  • Teach the number of classes recommended by policy in consultation with the area director.
• Seek to Develop Professionally
  • Accept faculty assignments.
  • Observe classroom teaching and provide helpful feedback to teachers.
  • Strive for continual professional growth.
• Establish Effective Working Relationships
  • Provide useful information and respect the priesthood leader’s time.
  • Establish clear and consistent methods of communication.
• Enroll and Encourage Students
  • Work closely with priesthood leaders in identifying and enrolling all potential students.
  • Cultivate a learning environment of love, respect, and purpose in your classroom.

Requirements

• Seminary: Bachelor’s degree from an approved and accredited institution of higher learning, successful completion of meticulous religious teacher training (preservice) and student teaching.
• Institute: Master’s degree from an approved and accredited institution of higher learning, successful completion of meticulous religious teacher training (preservice) and student teaching.
• Be a worthy and active member of the Church and hold a current temple recommend.
• Exhibit a testimony of the Savior and His restored gospel.
• Exemplify Church teachings regarding marriage and family life.
• Have and maintain a reputation of meeting financial commitments.
• Relate to and be able to manage a classroom of teenagers.
• Demonstrate outstanding scripture-teaching skills both face-to-face and online.

Schedule

Student-teacher assignments are typically 15–20 hours per week and can last from one semester/trimester up to a full high-school academic year, and in some cases even longer.

Benefits

Learn more about the benefits of Church employment at careers.churchofjesuschrist.org.

All positions are subject to close without notice.