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. Paul Catholic School seeks a dedicated, faith‑filled Intermediate Grade Teacher to educate and support students in grades 3–5. The ideal candidate creates a positive, structured, and engaging classroom environment while fostering academic growth, strong character, and spiritual development in alignment with the school’s Catholic mission.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver effective instruction in core subject areas, including reading, writing, math, religion, social studies, and science.
- Integrate Catholic teachings, values, and faith experiences into daily lessons and classroom culture.
- Use a variety of instructional strategies to engage students and meet diverse learning needs.
- Provide differentiated instruction and accommodations to support learners at varying readiness levels.
- Assess student progress through formative and summative assessments; communicate results to students and families.
- Establish and maintain consistent classroom routines, expectations, and behavior‑management strategies.
- Promote social‑emotional growth by modeling respectful behavior, teaching collaboration and problem‑solving, and nurturing confidence and independence.
- Incorporate technology to enhance instruction, productivity, and student engagement.
- Collaborate with colleagues, specialists, and school leadership to support curriculum alignment and student success.
- Participate in school events, professional development, and faith‑formation activities as part of the school community.
Qualifications & Skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field required.
- Valid teaching certification for elementary grades preferred.
- Experience teaching or working with students in grades 3–5 is beneficial.
- Strong classroom‑management, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to integrate faith and academics in meaningful, developmentally appropriate ways.
- Commitment to fostering a positive, supportive learning environment rooted in Catholic values.
- Creativity, collaboration, and a genuine love for teaching children in the intermediate grades.
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.
