Teacher, Elementary School

Job Summary

The Junior High Teacher fosters a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that nurtures the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of each student. The teacher integrates Catholic values into all aspects of education, maintains high academic standards, and upholds the mission and vision of Immaculate Conception School.

Faith Formation:

• Model and promote Catholic values in all interactions.
• Incorporate faith-based principles into lessons and activities.
• Foster an inclusive environment reflecting Catholic teachings, including reverence, respect, and responsibility.
• Participate in liturgies, prayer services, and religious celebrations.

Instructional Excellence:

• Develop lesson plans aligned with diocesan standards.
• Use diverse teaching strategies, including differentiated instruction.
• Encourage critical thinking, creativity, and a love of learning.
• Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.

Student Development:

• Support students’ spiritual, academic and social-emotional growth.
• Maintain high expectations for behavior and achievement.
• Assess student progress through informal and formal methods and use data to guide instruction.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and communicate regularly with parents/guardians.

Community Engagement:

• Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Support school events, activities, and Stewardship projects.
• Model faith, service, and academic excellence for the school community.

Professional Growth:

• Engage in ongoing professional development.
• Reflect on teaching and seek feedback for improvement.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies that support student success.

• Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field.
• Valid teaching credential or certification appropriate for elementary education.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
• Strong knowledge of Catholic teachings and commitment to faith-based education.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis 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.