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 5th Grade Teacher at Blessed Teresa of Calcutta School is responsible for fostering a Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environment that supports the spiritual, intellectual, social, and emotional development of each student. The teacher integrates Catholic values into all aspects of instruction, maintains high academic standards, and supports 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 daily lessons and classroom activities
- Foster a respectful, inclusive classroom environment rooted in Catholic teachings
- Participate in liturgies, prayer services, and religious celebrations
Instructional Excellence
- Develop and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum, state standards, and NSBECS
- Deliver instruction appropriate to the developmental and academic needs of 5th grade students
- Use a variety of instructional strategies, including differentiated instruction
- Encourage critical thinking, problem-solving, creativity, and independent learning
- Integrate technology to enhance instruction and student engagement
Student Development
- Support the spiritual, academic, and social-emotional growth of 5th grade students
- Maintain high expectations for student behavior, responsibility, and academic achievement
- Assess student progress using formative and summative assessments
- Provide timely feedback and communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Community Engagement
- Build positive, collaborative relationships with students, families, and colleagues
- Support school events, extracurricular activities, and service projects
- Model faith, service, leadership, and academic excellence within the school community
Professional Growth
- Participate in ongoing professional development opportunities
- Reflect on instructional practices and seek feedback for continuous improvement
- Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and successful transition to middle school
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Education or a related field (Master’s degree preferred)
- Valid teaching certification appropriate for elementary education
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church
- Strong knowledge of Catholic teachings and commitment to faith-based education
- Experience teaching at the elementary level, 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.
