First Grade 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 serving 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.

The 1st Grade Teacher creates a faith-filled, nurturing, and academically enriching environment for first-grade students. This role includes planning and delivering instruction in early literacy, numeracy, and foundational skills while integrating Catholic values into daily routines. The teacher supports the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, and social development of young learners and collaborates closely with colleagues, administrators, and families.

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate instruction in religion, reading, writing, math, science, and social studies.
• Teach early literacy, phonics, handwriting, number sense, and foundational academic skills.
• Integrate Catholic teachings, Gospel values, and prayer into lessons and classroom life.
• Create a nurturing, well-managed environment that supports academic and social development.
• Differentiate instruction to meet varied learning needs.
• Foster positive behavior, responsibility, and respect grounded in Catholic values.
• Use formative and summative assessments to monitor progress and adjust instruction.
• Maintain accurate records for achievement, attendance, and behavior.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians about progress and expectations.
• Supervise students during lunch, recess, Mass, and other assigned activities.
• Collaborate with colleagues, administration, and support staff to promote student success.
• Model Catholic values and contribute to the spiritual life of the school community.

• Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or related field required.
• Valid teaching certification (state and/or diocesan) required or in progress.
• Prior experience preferred, especially in early elementary or 1st grade.
• Practicing Catholic strongly preferred; must support the mission of Catholic education.
• Strong classroom management, organization, and communication skills.

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.