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Guided by the tenets of the Catholic faith and Catholic Intellectual Tradition, Father Gabriel Richard High School seeks to form the next generation of Disciples of Christ. We emphasize development of each student’s God-given gifts and talents and encourage students to discover the means through which God is calling them to serve others.

Father Gabriel Richard High School faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to love God, others, and learning, and to pursue excellence. Our faculty and staff are dedicated individuals who serve as role models for our students, understanding that the education of the whole person is the goal. We welcome candidates who are faithful Catholics with a passionate desire to bring youth into a personal relationship with Christ. Faculty and staff model the Christian life for students by attending Mass and participating in the spiritual life of the school.

Full-time faculty teach five sections of classes and support the admissions and advancement activities of the school with participation in events such as open houses and school auctions. Additionally, faculty serve as club advisors on a voluntary basis and according to their interests. A culture of support for our students encourages attendance at sporting and performing arts events as faculty and staff are able. Novice teachers are provided mentorship from an experienced faculty member and all-faculty professional development activities are scheduled throughout the school year. Each year, the faculty and staff participate in three day-long retreats.

Faculty members also participate in professional development and conferences provided by the Diocese of Lansing.

AVAILABLE POSITIONS

We invite all qualified candidates to consider the following available positions:

GIRLS SOFTBALL HEAD COACH - 2024-2025 School Year

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community. If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ while pursuing great sportsmanship and athletic ability, then we invite you to apply to be our Softball Coach.

Job Summary:
The Head Varsity Softball Coach will work under the supervision of the Athletic Director in accordance with Father Gabriel Richard High School’s Catholic mission. The Softball Coach must realize and appreciate the need for the Softball program to work with other sports as a complement to the entire athletic department.

Job Description:

  • Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and the ability to excel in Softball. Contribute to the educational program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics so that they are successfully competitive.
  • Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student-athletes in Softball.
  • Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
  • Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student-athletes.
  • Ensure that all Softball coaches work together toward a common goal within the Softball program and provide unity with a structured feeder system.
  • Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extra-curricular participation.
  • Work with the athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
  • Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program, which includes but is not limited to making changes based on findings and the ongoing needs of the program.
  • Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
  • Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off-school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
  • Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times.
  • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, athletic director, principal, and president.
  • Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within program.
  • Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
  • Annually establish and meet performance goals.
  • Perform other duties and accountabilities limited to those consistent with the applicable job function and pay grade as assigned by the principal or his/her designee may assign other duties.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • A minimum of three years of experience as a head varsity Softball coach preferred.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities: 

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ who evidences values, integrity, and ethics consistent with the Catholic faith and Fr. Gabriel Richard High School; 
  • Loves God, Loves Others, Loves Learning, and Pursues Excellence;
  • Polished and professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with both students and adults;  
  • Remarkably honest and full of integrity;
  • Maintains strict confidentiality;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through; 
  • Flexible with a sustained positive attitude; 
  • Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail; and 
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org  by Friday, August 30, 2024, at 5:00 pm. This posting will remain open until filled.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL HEAD COACH - FALL 2025

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community. If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ while pursuing great sportsmanship and athletic ability, then we invite you to apply to be our Girls Volleyball Coach.

Job Summary:
The Head Varsity Volleyball Coach will work under the supervision of the Athletic Director in accordance with Father Gabriel Richard High School’s Catholic mission. The Volleyball Coach must realize and appreciate the need for the volleyball program to work with other sports as a complement to the entire athletic department.

Job Description:

  • Provide instruction and coach students to develop skills and the ability to excel in volleyball. Contribute to the educational program as a whole and to the growth of students involved in athletics so that they are successfully competitive.
  • Use a variety of instructional techniques and media to meet the needs and improve the abilities of student-athletes in volleyball.
  • Manage and supervise athletic activities, contests, and practice sessions to promote individual growth in athletic skills, teamwork, discipline, respect, and good sportsmanship.
  • Work with other members of school staff to plan and put in place instructional goals and objectives to ensure the overall educational development of student-athletes.
  • Ensure that all volleyball coaches work together toward a common goal within the volleyball program and provide unity with a structured feeder system.
  • Establish performance criteria for competition and evaluate students’ athletic abilities initially and on a regular basis.
  • Take all necessary precautions to protect student-athletes, equipment, materials, and facilities.
  • Monitor and enforce student eligibility criteria for extra-curricular participation.
  • Work with the athletic director to schedule competitions and coordinate arrangements.
  • Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of coaching program, which includes but is not limited to making changes based on findings and the ongoing needs of the program.
  • Instruct and advise students on NCAA regulations with regard to academic requirements for scholarships and recruiting practices.
  • Apply and enforce student discipline during athletic contests, practice sessions, and while on trips off-school property in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and Student Handbook.
  • Encourage sportsmanlike conduct in all phases of athletic participation at all times.
  • Establish and maintain open communication by conducting conferences with parents, students, teachers, athletic director, principal, and president.
  • Maintain a current inventory of all fixed assets within program.
  • Oversee process of cleaning, repairing, and storing all campus athletic equipment.
  • Annually establish and meet performance goals.
  • Perform other duties and accountabilities limited to those consistent with the applicable job function and pay grade as assigned by the principal or his/her designee may assign other duties.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
  • A minimum of three years of experience as a head varsity volleyball coach preferred.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities: 

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ who evidences values, integrity, and ethics consistent with the Catholic faith and Fr. Gabriel Richard High School; 
  • Loves God, Loves Others, Loves Learning, and Pursues Excellence;
  • Polished and professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with both students and adults;  
  • Remarkably honest and full of integrity;
  • Maintains strict confidentiality;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through; 
  • Flexible with a sustained positive attitude; 
  • Exceptional organizational skills with strong attention to detail; and 
  • Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org. This posting will remain open until filled.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be A substitute teacher.

Job Description:

Father Gabriel Richard High School is looking for substitute teachers in all areas of specialization.

Requirements:

  • Candidates must have a transcript indicating completion of 90 college credit hours with a minimum 2.0 GPA, or
  • Hold a valid or expired Michigan Teaching Certificate.
  • Be willing to substitute on an as-needed basis.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

SUBSTITUTE BUS DRIVER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our substitute bus driver.

Job Description:

Father Gabriel Richard High School is looking for a substitute bus driver that can shuttle runs for athletic teams.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Drive a Father Gabriel Richard school bus.
  • Load and unload passengers at designated stops Shuttle students to various locations for athletic contests in the evenings and weekends.
  • Ensure safety and security of vehicle and passengers.
  • Perform routine vehicle inspections and preventative maintenance.
  • Prepare and maintain records and reports.

Requirements:

  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Valid Michigan driver’s license with satisfactory driving record.
  • Driving experience in the transporting of passengers.
  • Possess a valid Michigan CDL with B, P, S endorsements and acquire a Michigan Department of Education bus driver card within three months of hire date.
  • Possess or be able to acquire a medical examiners certificate.

This is a substitute position working during the school year for athletic school trips. Hours will vary and include evening and weekend trips. Ideal position for retired driver desiring some extra income.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: Joan Maloney at jmaloney@fgrhs.org.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

All interested candidates must fill out a job application. Click here for the fillable PDF. Please complete the form and save or print the file.

Interested in Joining Our Team?

We are always eager to meet Catholic educators dedicated to pursuing excellence in the classroom. While the following positions are not currently available, we are open to receiving applications from those who wish to be considered for future openings.

THEOLOGY TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our Theology teacher.   

Job Description:

  • Teach Theology to eager young minds.
  • Instill in students a love for Theology and the Church.
  • Open students’ hearts, minds, and souls to all that is good, beautiful, and true through the teaching of Theology.
  • Use creative and varied pedagogical techniques to create a fun, ordered, and fruitful learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the instructional leader and members of the Theology department to leverage best practices and build a passion for the Catholic Church.
  • Work with the chaplain and the Campus Ministry team to integrate students’ intellectual formation with evangelization for the spiritual formation of the students, staff and families.
  • Promote Bishop Boyea’s pastoral letter, “Go and Announce the Gospel of the Lord.”
  • Periodically plan and lead inspiring pilgrimages and participate in other co-curricular activities.
  • Serve as a faculty mentor to one of FGR’s House Groups.
  • Be ready to support the mission of the school with other duties as assigned.
  • And naturally, prepare lesson plans; take attendance; give assignments and tests; grade student participation and performance; discipline students; and meet with students and parents as needed to discuss any issues.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s in Theology and working towards M.A. in Theology or related field; M.A. in Theology preferred.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience teaching Theology at the high school level preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage a classroom of 20+ students.
  • Skilled at developing and delivering lesson plans that engage students and lead to high academic achievement.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ who evidences values, integrity, and ethics consistent with the Catholic faith and Fr. Gabriel Richard High School;
  • Professional in demeanor.
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Exceptionally high level of honesty, integrity, and dependability;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Please email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

* The statement of faith should briefly explain your faith journey, your current place of worship, your spiritual disciplines, and any experience you have in spiritual leadership roles.

 

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship. 

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31 

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2 

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

LITERATURE TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our Literature teacher.

Job Description:

  • Teach an integrated humanities curriculum with a focus on Classical Literature, The Western Canon, and The Great Books to eager young minds.
  • Instill in students a love for Literature and the English language.
  • Open students’ hearts, minds, and souls to all that is good, beautiful, and true through the teaching of Literature/English.
  • Use creative and varied pedagogical techniques to create a fun, ordered, and fruitful learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the instructional leader and members of the Literature department to leverage best practices and build a passion for literature at the school.
  • Participate in other co-curricular activities.
  • Serve as a faculty mentor to one of FGR’s House Groups.
  • Be ready to support the mission of the school with other duties as assigned.
  • And naturally, prepare lesson plans; take attendance; give assignments and tests; grade student participation and performance; discipline students; and meet with students and parents as needed to discuss any issues.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s English Literature and BA Certification or equivalent; M.A. in English, Education, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience teaching Literature/English at the high school level preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage a classroom of 20+ students.
  • Skilled at developing and delivering lesson plans that engage students and lead to high academic achievement.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

MATHEMATICS TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our Mathematics teacher.

Job Description:

  • Teach Algebra 1, Algebra 2, Geometry, Finance, Statistics, Precalculus, and AP Calculus AB to eager young minds.
  • Instill in students a love for mathematics.
  • Open students’ hearts, minds, and souls to all that is good, beautiful, and true through the teaching of mathematics.
  • Use creative and varied pedagogical techniques to create a fun, ordered, and fruitful learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the instructional leader and members of the mathematics department to leverage best practices and build a passion for mathematics at the school.
  • Serve as a faculty mentor to one of FGR’s House Groups.
  • Be ready to support the mission of the school with other duties as assigned.
  • And naturally, prepare lesson plans; take attendance; give assignments and tests; grade student participation and performance; discipline students; and meet with students and parents as needed to discuss any issues.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Mathematics and EX Certification. Preferred: An M.A. in Mathematics, Education, or a related field.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience teaching Mathematics at the high school level preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage a classroom of 20+ students.
  • Skilled at developing and delivering lesson plans that engage students and lead to high academic achievement.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

SCIENCE TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our Science teacher.

Job Description:

  • Teach all science disciplines with emphasis on biology to eager young minds.
  • Instill in students a love for science.
  • Open students’ hearts, minds, and souls to all that is good, beautiful, and true through the teaching of science.
  • Use creative and varied pedagogical techniques to create a fun, ordered, and fruitful learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the instructional leader and members of the Science department to leverage best practices and build a passion for science at the school.
  • Participate in other co-curricular activities.
  • Serve as a faculty mentor to one of FGR’s House Groups.
  • Be ready to support the mission of the school with other duties as assigned.
  • And naturally, prepare lesson plans; take attendance; give assignments and tests; grade student participation and performance; discipline students; and meet with students and parents as needed to discuss any issues.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s in science and DA, DC, DE, DI, or DX Certification; M.A. in Science, Education, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience teaching science at the high school level preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage a classroom of 20+ students.
  • Skilled at developing and delivering lesson plans that engage students and lead to high academic achievement.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

SOCIAL STUDIES TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our Social Studies teacher.

Job Description:

  • Teach an integrated humanities curriculum with a passion for Western Civilization, American History, the Declaration of Independence, and the U.S. Constitution to eager young minds.
  • Instill in students a love for social studies and history.
  • Open students’ hearts, minds, and souls to all that is good, beautiful, and true through the teaching of Social Studies.
  • Use creative and varied pedagogical techniques to create a fun, ordered, and fruitful learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the instructional leader and members of the social studies department to leverage best practices and build a passion for social studies at the school.
  • Participate in other co-curricular activities.
  • Serve as a faculty mentor to one of FGR’s House Groups.
  • Be ready to support the mission of the school with other duties as assigned.
  • And naturally, prepare lesson plans; take attendance; give assignments and tests; grade student participation and performance; discipline students; and meet with students and parents as needed to discuss any issues.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s in History or similar; M.A. in History, Education, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience teaching Social Studies at the high school level preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage a classroom of 20+ students.
  • Skilled at developing and delivering lesson plans that engage students and lead to high academic achievement.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8

WORLD LANAGUAGE TEACHER

In a world starving for Truth, Father Gabriel Richard High School (FGR) strives to deliver academic excellence in an authentically Catholic community.  If you Love God, Love Others, Love Learning, Pursue Excellence, and want to use your gifts and talents to form intentional disciples of Jesus Christ, then we invite you to apply to be our French teacher.

Job Description:

  • Teach Spanish, French, or Latin at levels 1, 2, 3, and 4 to eager young minds.
  • Instill in students a love for the language you teach and its culture.
  • Open students’ hearts, minds, and souls to all that is good, beautiful, and true through the teaching of this language.
  • Use creative and varied pedagogical techniques to create a fun, ordered, and fruitful learning environment.
  • Work collaboratively with the instructional leader and members of the world language department to leverage best practices and build a passion for world languages at the school.
  • Periodically plan and lead inspiring pilgrimages to countries of the language you teach and participate in other co-curricular activities.
  • Serve as a faculty mentor to one of FGR’s House Groups.
  • Be ready to support the mission of the school with other duties as assigned.
  • And naturally, prepare lesson plans; take attendance; give assignments and tests; grade student participation and performance; discipline students; and meet with students and parents as needed to discuss any issues.

Necessary Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s in the language you teach; M.A. in your language, Education, or a related field preferred.
  • Minimum of two years’ experience teaching the language at the high school level preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage a classroom of 20+ students.
  • Skilled at developing and delivering lesson plans that engage students and lead to high academic achievement.
  • Passionate about forming intentional disciples of Jesus Christ.

Critical Qualities:

  • Intentional disciple of Jesus Christ, with healthy spiritual disciplines who strives to live an integrated life consistent with the Catholic faith and FGR’s values;
  • Professional in demeanor;
  • Winsome personality, with a natural ability to connect with people and move them to action;
  • Self-starter with tons of initiative and follow through;
  • Team player with a sustained positive attitude; and
  • Highly organized and detail oriented.

To Apply:

Email your cover letter, résumé, statement of faith* and application to: fgroffice@fgrhs.org.

*The Statement of Faith should include an overview of your faith journey, the name of the church you attend, and your current spiritual disciplines.

This position is a Shared Services position, which is paid through Brighton Area Schools and accrues public school years of service, but teaching is done exclusively at FGR.

 

FGR Mission

Father Gabriel Richard High School, a Catholic school community, exists to build up the Body of Christ through the intellectual and spiritual formation of its students. Rooted in the Catholic intellectual tradition, FGR cultivates in each student a sense of awe in response to the beauty of truth. Strengthened by the Sacraments, students are equipped to live at the service of others through academic excellence, intentional discipleship, creativity and sportsmanship.

FGR Core Values

Love God.

“. . . love the Lord your God with all your heart and with all your soul and with all your mind and with all your strength.”

– Mk 12:30 

Love Others.

“And the second is like it: ‘Love your neighbor as yourself.’”

– Mk 12:31

Love Learning.

“. . . turning [our] ear to wisdom and applying [our] heart to understanding. . .”

– Prov 2:2

Pursue Excellence.

“ . . . whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things.”

– Phil 4:8