5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher

Located in the hills of southwest Austin, Texas, St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is an outstanding co-educational independent Catholic school serving students from Pre‑Kindergarten through 12th grade. The Lower School consists of PreK 3‑4th grades, the Middle School houses grades 5‑8, and the Upper School contains grades 9‑12. We distinguish ourselves with a strong Catholic tradition, a welcoming and diverse community, excellent academic programs, and a variety of extracurricular activities.

The school is technology‑rich, and teachers are expected to demonstrate significant technology skills and enthusiasm to create authentic learning experiences. Staff members serve as role models, inspiring students to think critically, reflect, explore, and apply their faith concretely to their lives.

Ideal candidates are experienced and continuously develop expertise in social‑emotional learning, project‑based learning, innovative teaching strategies, technology‑rich and differentiated instruction. They thrive in collaborative environments, designing and delivering creative cross‑curricular units for students with diverse learning styles and needs.

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School seeks a dynamic, experienced, and collaborative 5th Grade English Language Arts Teacher for the 2026‑2027 school year. The teacher will collaborate well with colleagues, possess strong oral and written communication skills, and be a motivated, lifelong learner. Experience integrating reading and academic writing instruction is preferred. The role focuses on teaching the whole child—social and emotional development alongside academic progress—to create a confident, comfortable, and secure learning environment.

This full‑time, 10‑month position involves teaching four sections, one elective, and serving as a grade‑level advisor. The teacher will report to the Head of Middle School.

• Design a comprehensive program of study aligned with the PK‑12 curriculum, tailored to meet students' diverse needs, interests, and abilities.
• Deliver feedback to students and parents through progress reports, conferences, calls, emails, and individual meetings, providing insightful comments and targeted guidance for improvement.
• Adjust teaching methods to accommodate students with identified learning differences, adhering to accommodations outlined in Student Support Plans.
• Exhibit organizational skills, creativity, and a collaborative approach while working with colleagues from various curricular departments.
• Utilize formative and summative assessments to gauge student understanding.
• Attend a grade‑level retreat in the Fall semester and an Intersession trip in the second semester.
• Teach one elective course designed in collaboration with the Head of Middle School.
• Undertake additional responsibilities as assigned, including supervision during lunch, recess, and carpool duties.

• A collaborative and curious approach to teaching and learning.
• Bachelor's degree required;
  Master's degree preferred.
• At least two years of teaching experience required.
• English Language Arts teaching experience in independent schools is preferred.
• Experience as a student advisor is preferred.

St. Michael's Catholic Preparatory School is an Equal Opportunity Employer and offers equal employment opportunity to all applicants for employment and all employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, military service, application for military service, or any other status protected by applicable law.