Diocese of Allentown
Location
Emmaus, Pennsylvania
The teacher will provide 7th grade Language Arts instruction by preparing lesson plans and evaluating student performance. They are also responsible for managing classroom behavior and collaborating with staff and parents to support student growth.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent and possess PA Certification. Required clearances include PA Child Abuse History, Criminal Background Check, Federal Fingerprinting, and Mandated Reporter Training.
Full Time (Benefits included) Schedule: Monday – Friday; 7:45 A.M. – 3:30 P.M.
St. Ann School is seeking a passionate, dedicated, and engaging 7th Grade Language Arts teacher to join our school community for the 2026-2027 Academic Year. The ideal candidate will foster a love of reading and writing while creating a positive, supportive classroom environment that encourages academic growth, creativity, and critical thinking.
Provide academic subject instruction by preparing lesson plans, activities, projects, and assignments for the 2026-2027 school year. Evaluate student performances in class and on tests and provide feedback. Maintains fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance. Maintains and engages in professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership. Cooperates and collaborates with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods. Communicate with students and parents on a regular basis about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs. Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year. Regularly checks email and updates web pages as required through the technology system provided by the school. Demonstrates knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools to address student learning styles and achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes in accordance with the designed lesson plan. Supervise and manage students' behavior in the classroom, hallways, lunchroom, etc., to foster a positive and healthy learning environment for all. Actively be involved in the school community. Attend school events, activities, fundraisers, etc. Any other duties assigned by the Principal. Additional
Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals. Educational Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent. PA Certification Other Requirements: Must communicate effectively with parents, students, and co-workers positively and enthusiastically. Possess an understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught. Prior to the interview Please note – all interested applicants must have, and/or be willing to obtain prior to starting, the following required clearances: PA Child Abuse History Clearance (no more than a year old) PA Criminal Background Check (no more than a year old) Diocese of Allentown Code of Conduct and Sexual Abuse Policy Sign-offs) Federal Fingerprinting (no more than a year old) Mandated Reporter Training Additional Requirement within 1 month of hire: Participation in Protecting God's Children Class The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and stoop. Must be able to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to perform standard classroom duties and use office equipment is required. Reaching and lifting up to 10 pounds is also required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by the means of spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities. Working Conditions: Normal classroom setting, Full-time, contracted position; Monday - Friday, 7:45 AM to 3:30 PM. May be required to assist with special duties and work outside the normal school day to attend school-related events. Please use this link to access the Diocese of Allentown's Teacher Application: AllentownDiocese/Employment Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their resume and relevant credentials for consideration to: Mrs. Beth Shields, Principal (bshields@stann-emmaus.org). EOE M/F/D/V
Market context
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Salary benchmark
$43,229 avg / yr
Typical range: $32,240–$48,422 based on 300 active listings in Pennsylvania