St Matthew Catholic School·San Mateo, California
The Resource Teacher provides direct instructional support to students in grades 3–5 with identified learning differences and collaborates with classroom teachers to implement effective accommodations. They also participate in the Student Support Team process to monitor student progress and coordinate academic interventions.
Resource Teacher – Grades 3–5 St.
Matthew Catholic School, San Mateo, California 2026-2027 School Year St.
Matthew Catholic School is a vibrant K-8 Catholic school serving more than 600 students in the heart of San Mateo.
Our mission is to form saints and scholars by providing a rigorous academic education rooted in the Catholic faith.
We strive to develop students who are PEARLS - People of strong character, Effective communicators, Active Christians, Responsible citizens, and Lifelong learners.
Our faculty enjoy a collaborative teaching environment with strong instructional support, engaged families, and a Leadership Team committed to helping every educator succeed. Teachers work closely with partner teachers, instructional aides, resource staff, and school leadership to ensure every student reaches his or her God-given potential.
The Resource Teacher is an experienced educator with expertise in learning support who provides direct and collaborative instructional support for students in Grades 3–5. Reporting to the Dean of Academics, the Resource Teacher partners with classroom teachers, parents, administrators, and other members of the Resource Team to support students with identified learning differences and participate in the Student Support Team process. This role is ideal for an experienced resource teacher or learning support professional who enjoys working directly with students while collaborating with teachers and families to help students with diverse learning needs thrive.
Student Learning Support Provide learning support services for students in Grades 3–5 with identified learning differences. Collaborate with classroom teachers to implement accommodations, learning strategies, and differentiated instructional approaches. Coordinate academic screenings and monitor student progress. Provide direct student support and intervention as appropriate. Communicate with families regarding learning support services and student progress. Guide parents through assessment and learning support processes. Collaborate with other members of the Resource Team to provide consistent and effective student support. Student Support Team (SST) Participate in and support the Student Support Team process, including meetings, documentation, and collaborative problem-solving. Prepare and maintain student accommodation plans and related documentation. Collaborate with classroom teachers, families, and other professionals to implement recommended student supports. Resource Program Collaboration Foster collaboration between classroom teachers and Resource staff. Work closely with the Dean of Academics and Resource Team to coordinate learning support services. Collaborate with outside educational specialists and service providers, as appropriate. Required Qualifications Valid California Education Specialist Credential, Pupil Personnel Services Credential, or another appropriate California teaching/services credential. Experience working in special education, learning support, resource services, or a related educational setting. Experience collaborating with classroom teachers to implement accommodations and differentiated instruction. Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills. Commitment to the mission and values of Catholic education.
Experience in a Catholic school. Experience participating in or coordinating Student Support Team (SST) processes. Experience mentoring or supporting classroom teachers. Experience working within a Resource Program or Learning Support Program. Experience collaborating with outside educational specialists and service providers. Training in evidence-based intervention programs for students with learning differences. Salary & Total Compensation Position: Full-Time, Exempt Compensation: Compensation follows the Archdiocese of San Francisco 2026–2027 Instructional Staff Salary Schedule, with placement based on credentials and applicable years of teaching experience. Anticipated
$75,000–$95,000 annually, depending on credentials and applicable teaching experience. In addition to salary, eligible employees receive a comprehensive Archdiocesan benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; an employer-funded pension plan; employer-paid life insurance; long-term disability coverage; an optional 403(b) retirement savings plan; flexible spending accounts; paid sick leave; and school holidays and breaks. The estimated total value of compensation, including salary and employer-paid benefits, ranges from approximately $91,000–$113,000+ annually, depending on salary placement and selected health plan.
Why St.
Matthew?
At St.
Matthew, collaboration is one of our greatest strengths.
Teachers benefit from: Collaborative Leadership Team committed to supporting faculty success Well-established Resource Program with dedicated Resource Teachers Partner teachers at every grade level Full-time instructional aides in every K-5 classroom Dedicated instructional leadership and coaching Ongoing professional development Strong parent partnership A supportive parish community committed to forming both saints and scholars If you are passionate about helping students with diverse learning needs succeed while supporting teachers and families in a collaborative Catholic school community, we encourage you to apply.
All School staff of Catholic Schools of the Archdiocese of San Francisco shall be employed without regard to race, color, sex, ethnic or national origin, and will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment.
Candidates must hold a valid California Education Specialist or Pupil Personnel Services credential and possess experience in special education or learning support. Strong communication and collaboration skills are required to work effectively with students, families, and school staff.
Market context
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