Job detail
3rd Grade Teacher
Archdiocese of St. Louis
#Background Check#Differentiated Instruction#Technology Integration#Elementary Education#Student Success#Pre-Employment Screening#Catholic Education#Curriculum Standards#School Community#Faith Formation#NSBECS
Full TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 17 days ago
Location
St. Louis, Missouri
Quick overview
The 3rd Grade Teacher is tasked with planning, delivering, and assessing instruction aligned with curriculum standards to foster the intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each student. This includes integrating Catholic values into all aspects of the self-contained classroom while maintaining high academic standards.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field and hold a valid teaching credential or certification appropriate for elementary education. Preference is given to applicants with a Master's degree and those who are practicing Catholics in good standing.
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Job description
- 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 St.
- Ambrose Catholic School is seeking a 3rd Grade Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.
- The 3rd Grade Teacher is responsible for creating an engaging, supportive, and academically rigorous learning environment.
- The teacher plans, delivers, and assesses instruction that aligns with curriculum standards while nurturing the intellectual, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each student.
- This role requires strong communication skills, a commitment to student success, and a collaborative approach with colleagues, families, and school leadership.
- The teacher will integrate Catholic values into all aspects of a self-contained classroom, 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).Job Responsibilities Faith Formation and Integration:● 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.
- Instructional Excellence:● 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.
- Community Engagement:● 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.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 preferred.● Knowledge of Catholic teachings and a commitment to faith-based education.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.