Intermediate Grade Teacher (3-5)

Archdiocese of St. Louis•O’Fallon, MO

About The Position

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 SummarySt. 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.

Requirements

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.

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.