Middle School ELA Teacher - St. John Evangelist School

Job Details

St. John the Evangelist School in Clinton, Maryland is hiring a full‑time Middle School ELA Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. The position reports to the Principal. Salary range: $44,200 to $60,240 with excellent benefits.

• Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize standardized test scores and other assessments to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Plan lessons that are learner based.
• Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.

• Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery.
• Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion, and hands‑on activities.
• Administer assessments (formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are met.
• Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs.
• Assign class and homework that support the lesson’s objectives and reinforce learning.

• Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
• Create and enforce clear rules that foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive.
• Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Set high expectations for achievement.
• Ensure that Catholic values underlie all interactions between students and the teacher.

• Maintain a grade book reflecting students’ progress on formative and summative assessments.
• Monitor grades and communicate status to parents and administration.
• Inform students and parents of assignments, provide detailed written instructions, rubrics, and due dates.
• Post up‑to‑date information (homework, projects, grades) in the school’s grade book portal.
• Use email, notes at home, and phone calls to inform parents if a student is not progressing adequately.
• Hold conferences with parents when academic or behavior intervention is needed.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.

• Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, practices, and tenets.
• Reflect the Catholic Church’s teachings on social justice and witness service to others.
• Assist in planning liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, and prayer services.
• Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
• Plan and teach religion classes, when applicable, that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies as required.

• Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution when required.
• Sponsor clubs and other school activities when required.
• Attend home and school meetings and after‑hour school events when required.
• Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.
• Obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia certification within three years of hire.
• Obtain required religious certification when required.

The above responsibilities are not exhaustive; duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the Principal.

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC; candidates have three years from hire to earn certification.
• Knowledge of child development and supervision.
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

The Archdiocese of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.