5th Grade Teacher - Saints Elementary School

5th Grade Teacher – All Saints Elementary School

Starting Date: Immediately

Xavier Catholic Schools is looking for a 5th Grade Teacher for All Saints Elementary! This is a full‑time teaching position for the 2026‑2027 school year.

Job Summary:

To plan, organize and implement an appropriate instructional program in an elementary learning environment that guides and encourages students to develop and fulfil their potential.

• Bachelor of Arts degree in Education or relevant field
• Certification with the Iowa Board of Educational Examiners in teaching and in the appropriate subject area
• Practicing Catholic preferred
• Enthusiastic supporter of Catholic faith and schools
• In‑depth knowledge of teaching methods and legal educational procedures
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in the use of educational technology
• Self‑motivated
• Well‑organized with leadership abilities
• Exceptional interpersonal and presentation skills
• Professional oral and written communication skills
• Flexible, adaptive, and cooperative
• All who serve at Xavier Catholic Schools will witness by their public behaviour, actions, and words a life consistent with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

• Foster the Christian uniqueness of the learning community
• Maintain required trainings as required by the State of Iowa, Archdiocese, and local site
• Adhere to the teaching standards
• Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning
• Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment
• Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction
• Manage student behaviour in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school
• Provide appropriate feedback on work
• Participate in problem‑solving processes to ensure the needs of students are being met
• Differentiated instruction to address the needs of individual students
• Maintain accurate and complete records of students’ progress and development
• Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws and school policies and regulations
• Participate in department, school, and parent meetings
• Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs
• Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities
• Prepare classroom for class activities
• Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments
• Maintain confidentiality with work‑related matters
• Promote positive public relations through interactions with the community
• Work collaboratively with the school principal, Booster Club, Parent Association as needed
• Work toward continuous quality improvement, including the use of new technologies and equipment
• Uphold, support, and promote all school policies and procedures
• Accept and provide effective supervision, assignments, changes and corrections

These duties are not all‑inclusive. Other duties may be assigned.

• A Faith‑Filled Environment: Experience a workplace where you can openly share and grow in your faith with both students and colleagues. Be part of a community that supports and inspires one another in both professional and spiritual growth.
• Attractive
  
  Salary Package:
  
  We offer a competitive salary that rewards your skills and experience.
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Stay healthy with our full health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous Paid Time Off: We believe in work‑life balance, offering ample paid time off to recharge and take care of what matters most to you.
• Life & Long‑Term Disability Insurance: Your well‑being is our priority—receive peace of mind with our life and LTD insurance options.
• ROTH or Traditional 401(k) Retirement Plan: Plan for your future with our 401(k) plans, complete with company matching to help you save for tomorrow.

• Jamie Larson, Director of Teaching and Learning
• Xavier Catholic Schools
• Phone: 319‑739‑7300
• Email: jamie.larson