Teacher, Special Education Teacher

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serves over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area.

The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Ascension Catholic School is looking for a part‑time reading teacher to support middle school students (grades 6–8) in developing strong literacy skills. This role focuses on improving reading comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking through engaging instruction tailored to diverse learning needs.

• Plan and deliver reading instruction aligned with state standards
• Teach skills such as comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, and text analysis
• Work with small groups and/or whole classes depending on scheduling needs
• Assess student reading levels and monitor progress over time
• Differentiate instruction to support struggling and advanced readers
• Incorporate a variety of texts, including novels, nonfiction, and digital resources
• Collaborate with English Language Arts teachers and support staff
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment
• Communicate with parents/guardians as needed regarding student progress

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Literacy, or a related field
• Valid state teaching certification (middle school or ELA preferred)
• Experience teaching or tutoring middle school students
• Strong understanding of reading instruction strategies and interventions
• Ability to engage and motivate adolescent learners

• Reading specialist certification or literacy endorsement
• Experience with intervention programs or RTI/MTSS frameworks
• Familiarity with educational technology and digital reading tools

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Classroom management and organization
• Flexibility and adaptability in a part‑time schedule
• Data-driven instruction and progress monitoring

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.

All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre‑employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is important to the Archdiocese. We offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation that increases with service, and personal leaves of absence. You also have the opportunity to contribute to Archdiocese-sponsored volunteer events.