5th Grade Teacher - St. Clare Catholic School

Overview

St. Clare Catholic School located in North Palm Beach, FL is searching for a dedicated and passionate 5th grade teacher, certified in K-6 education, to join our team for the 2024/25 school year. The ideal candidate will demonstrate proven success teaching English Language Arts and Social Studies at the elementary level and possess a strong understanding of effective instructional strategies and sound classroom management practices.

You will be responsible for delivering engaging and differentiated instruction, assessing student progress, and fostering a classroom culture grounded in Catholic values.

• Plan, organize, and implement an appropriate instructional program for elementary students.
• Engage students creatively in the learning process and use the diocesan standards to create lesson plans and learning activities.
• Employ a variety of teaching methods to address different learning styles and ability levels.
• Participate in reflective, self-directed, ongoing professional development.
• Define goals and objectives for unit and daily lesson plans, prepare classroom activities, organize teaching materials, evaluate student performance, maintain classroom records, and manage time effectively.
• Use classroom and school-wide data to inform and improve instruction.
• Demonstrate excellent classroom management skills and implement an age-appropriate behavior management plan.
• Be knowledgeable of best instructional practices and submit grades and lesson plans in a timely manner.
• Incorporate faith-based activities into lesson plans and daily routines.
• Hold conferences with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and retreats.

• BA Degree in Education or Elementary Education or a FL DOE approved alternative route.
• Florida Department of Education certificate in Elementary Education Grades K-6, temporary or professional or eligible for certification.
• Supportive and respectful of the mission and tenets of the Roman Catholic Church.
• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers, Diocesan employees, department staff, representatives of other agencies and the general public.
• Clear and concise communications with students and parents.
• Professional demeanor.
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite, including Word, Excel, Outlook and Internet.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and make responsible judgments.
• Strong written, verbal and public speaking skills; analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to stay focused and organized.
• Respect for confidentiality and discretion with sound business judgment.

• Occasional light lifting and carrying of under 15 pounds
• Occasional moderate lifting and carrying of 15–44 pounds
• Occasional lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds
• Frequent bending, climbing, stretching and kneeling
• Frequent use of both hands and fingers
• Occasional moments of minimal and routine hearing

The Diocese is dedicated to providing excellent working conditions with competitive compensation in order to attract and retain an outstanding workforce. The Diocese of Palm Beach offers a competitive benefits package to employees working 30 or more hours per work week consisting of comprehensive medical, vision, dental, LTD, group life insurance, optional life insurance. The diocese also provides a 403(b) retirement plan to all employees.

Information on our benefits and retirement programs can be found here.

Start Date:

August 3, 2026. Salary:
Dependent on education and experience.

To apply, download and complete the Employment Application and submit along with your resume, salary requirements and list of references to the attention of Mrs. Rachel Polak, Principal at rpolak