Catholic Schools Office, Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Washington·Rockville, Maryland
The teacher is responsible for planning and delivering learner-based math instruction aligned with Archdiocese standards while managing a positive classroom environment. Additional duties include monitoring student progress, communicating with parents, and fostering Catholic identity through prayer and liturgical support.
St. Mary School in Rockville Maryland is hiring a full time Middle School Math Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This role will report to the Principal and this role will also serve as a Middle School homeroom teacher.
The salary range for this role is: $44,200 to $50,000 with outstanding benefits
deisel@smsrockville.org
Responsibilities: include, but are not limited to:
Planning
Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
Utilize Standardize Test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
Plan lessons that are learner based.
Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.
Instruction
Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guide instruction, individual/ group practice, questioning, demonstration and discovery.
Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion and hands-on activities.
Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
Assigns class and homework that support the lesson's objective and re-enforces the learning process.
Classroom Management
Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive.
Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
Set high expectations for achievement.
Assure that Catholic values are the basis of all interactions between students and teacher.
Communication
Maintain a grade book that reflects students’ progress on a variety of formative and summative assessments.
Monitor students’ grades and communicate status to parents and administration.
Inform students and parents of assignments/projects and provide detailed written instructions, rubrics and due dates.
Routinely post up to date information (homework, projects and grades) to the school’s grade book portal.
Use email, notes home and phone calls to inform parents if a student is not making adequate academic or behavior progress.
Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavior intervention
Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
Catholic Identity
Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices, and tenets of the Catholic faith.
Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others. (Policies for Catholic Schools – Fifth Revision – 2022).
Assist in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, etc.
Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).
Non-Instructional Duties
Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
Attend Home and School meetings and other after hour’s school events (as required).
Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.
Must obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia certification within three years of the date of hire. (Policies for Catholic Schools – Third Edition – 2018)
Must obtain required religious certification. (as required)
While a conscientious effort has been made to include all duties and expectations of the Archdiocese of Washington middle school math teacher, the above is not all inclusive and the position’s duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the principal.
The Archdiocese of Washington is an equal opportunity employer.
Candidates must hold a bachelor's degree and obtain teacher certification in MD, VA, or DC within three years of hire. Knowledge of child development is required, and experience in an elementary school setting is preferred.
Market context
Middle school math teachers in Maryland are typically in steady demand, especially at schools seeking educators who can support core math instruction and student development. This role is competitive because it requires a bachelor’s degree, Maryland, Virginia, or DC certification within three years, and knowledge of child development, while elementary school experience is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and be ready to show how your classroom experience supports middle school learners.
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