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. Patrick Catholic Church is seeking a dedicated and mission-driven Middle School Literature Teacher to join our school community. This position focuses on developing students’ appreciation for literature through the study of novels, short stories, poetry, and other written works while strengthening reading comprehension, analytical thinking, and written communication skills.
Job Responsibilities
Faith Formation and Integration
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Model and promote Catholic values in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.
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Integrate faith-based perspectives and moral reflection when appropriate in literary discussions.
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Foster a respectful and inclusive classroom environment that reflects Catholic teachings.
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Participate in school Masses, prayer services, and religious celebrations.
Instructional Excellence
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Plan and deliver engaging literature-focused lessons aligned with school curriculum, state standards, and Archdiocesan guidelines.
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Teach students to analyze novels, short stories, poetry, and other literary works, focusing on themes, symbolism, character development, and historical context.
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Encourage critical thinking, interpretation, and appreciation for literature through classroom discussion and guided analysis.
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Incorporate writing assignments, reading comprehension exercises, and literary analysis to strengthen students’ communication skills.
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Use a variety of instructional strategies, including discussion, reading workshops, collaborative learning, and project-based activities.
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Integrate educational technology and digital resources to enhance reading, research, and writing.
Student Development
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Support students’ academic, spiritual, and social-emotional growth.
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Maintain high expectations for reading engagement, classroom participation, and academic achievement.
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Assess student progress through reading assessments, essays, projects, and class discussions.
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Provide timely and constructive feedback to help students grow as readers, writers, and thinkers.
Job Requirements
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Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Literature, or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
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Valid Missouri teaching certification or eligibility for certification preferred.
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Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church preferred.
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Strong knowledge of literature, reading instruction, and literary analysis.
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Experience teaching middle school students or working with adolescents preferred.
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Excellent communication, organization, and classroom-management skills.
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Must meet Archdiocesan compliance requirements, including Safe Environment training and background screening.
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.
