Intermediate Teacher

Job Summary

St. Justin Martyr Catholic School seeks a dedicated and mission‑driven Intermediate Teacher to join our faith‑centered learning community. The ideal candidate fosters academic excellence, supports spiritual formation, and creates a positive, engaging classroom environment for students in grades 4-8. This teacher will partner with families, colleagues, and parish leadership to help students grow intellectually, emotionally, and in their relationship with Christ.

• Plan, deliver, and assess standards‑based lessons in core subject areas appropriate for intermediate learners.
• Integrate Catholic teachings, values, and traditions into daily instruction, classroom culture, and student interactions.
• Utilize differentiated strategies to meet diverse learning needs and promote student success.
• Create a safe, respectful, and supportive classroom environment that encourages curiosity, collaboration, and responsibility.
• Assess student progress using a variety of formal and informal methods; communicate results clearly to students and parents.
• Manage classroom behavior using positive, consistent, and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Collaborate with fellow teachers, support staff, and administrators to plan curriculum, coordinate activities, and support school initiatives.
• Incorporate technology effectively to enhance instruction and student engagement.
• Maintain accurate records, lesson plans, and student documentation as required by the school and Archdiocese.
• Participate in school events, professional development, faith‑formation opportunities, and community‑building activities.
• Communicate regularly with families to build strong partnerships that support student learning and well‑being.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field;
  Master’s degree preferred.
• Valid state teaching certification appropriate for intermediate grades.
• Knowledge of Catholic education, with willingness to support and model the mission of the Church.
• Strong instructional, organizational, and classroom management skills.
• Ability to build positive, respectful relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Commitment to ongoing professional and spiritual growth.

St. Justin Martyr Catholic School provides a warm, faith‑filled environment where students are encouraged to achieve academic excellence, develop strong moral character, and grow as disciples of Christ. Our educators work collaboratively to ensure every child feels known, valued, and inspired to reach their full potential.

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.

Pre‑Employment Screening:
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.