Archdiocese of St. Louis·Wentzville, Missouri
The teacher is responsible for fostering a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that nurtures the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of each student. This includes integrating Catholic values into all aspects of education while maintaining high academic standards aligned with national benchmarks.
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 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.
Job Summary
A Catholic Elementary School Teacher is responsible for fostering a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that nurtures the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional growth of each student. The teacher will integrate Catholic values into all aspects of education, maintain high academic standards, and uphold the mission and vision of the school in alignment with the National Standards and Benchmarks for Effective Catholic Elementary and Secondary Schools (NSBECS).
Model and promote Catholic values in all interactions. Incorporate faith-based principles into lessons and activities. Foster a respectful, inclusive environment reflecting Catholic teachings. Participate in liturgies, prayer services, and religious celebrations.
Develop lesson plans aligned with curriculum, state standards, and NSBECS. Use diverse teaching strategies, including differentiated instruction. Encourage critical thinking, creativity, and a love for learning. Integrate technology to enhance learning experiences.
Support students' spiritual, academic, and social-emotional growth. Maintain high expectations for behavior and achievement. Assess student progress with formative and summative assessments. Communicate with students, parents, and colleagues about performance.
Build positive relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Support school events, activities, and service projects. Model faith, service, and academic excellence for the school community.
Engage in ongoing professional development to stay current. Reflect on teaching and seek feedback for improvement. Collaborate with colleagues to develop strategies that support student success. Job Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
Valid teaching credential or certification appropriate for elementary education.
Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church.
Strong knowledge of Catholic teachings and a commitment to faith-based education.
Experience teaching in a classroom setting, preferably in a Catholic school.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency in using educational technology to enhance instruction.
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.
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field, along with a valid teaching credential appropriate for elementary education. A key requirement is being a practicing Catholic in good standing with strong knowledge of Catholic teachings.
Market context
Elementary teacher openings in Missouri are typically driven by steady district staffing needs and classroom coverage across grade levels. These roles are competitive because schools often look for candidates with Missouri Teaching Certification, a relevant bachelor’s degree, and prior teaching or student-teaching experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your certification status and tailor your application to elementary classroom experience.