2nd Grade Teacher - St. Bernadette Catholic School - Silver Spring Maryland

About the role

The St. Bernadette Catholic School in Silver Spring, Maryland is seeking a dedicated 2nd grade teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Principal.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans aligned with Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize standardized test scores and other assessment tools to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Plan lessons that cater to the diverse needs of all students.
• Deliver a balanced program of instruction incorporating direct, guided, individual/group practice, questioning, and discovery methods.
• Administer both formal and informal assessments to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
• Differentiate instruction using assessment data to ensure all students' needs are met.
• Assign classwork and homework that supports lesson objectives and reinforces the learning process.
• Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
• Create and enforce rules fostering a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Maintain high expectations for student achievement.
• Ensure Catholic values are reflected in all interactions between students and teacher.
• Maintain a grade book reflecting students' progress on formative and summative assessments.
• Communicate students' academic and behavioral progress to parents and administration.
• Provide detailed instructions, rubrics, and due dates for assignments and projects.
• Routinely post updated information about homework, projects, and grades to the school’s grade book portal.
• Use email, notes home, and phone calls to inform parents of students' academic or behavioral issues.
• Hold conferences with parents for academic or behavioral interventions.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices.
• Witness service to others in accordance with the Catholic Church’s teachings on social justice.
• Plan and teach religion classes that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies as required.
• Perform non-instructional duties such as carpooling, supervising recess and lunch, and substitute teaching (as required).
• Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
• Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hours school events (as required).
• Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn their certification).
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

Qualifications

• Knowledge of child development and supervision.

Skills

• Ability to plan and deliver effective lessons.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively.
• Understanding of Catholic beliefs and practices.

Benefits

Earn a salary range of $50,000 to $65,000 with excellent benefits. Please forward your resume and letter of interest to: principal@saintbernadetteschool.org.

Pay

$50,000 to $65,000 annually.

Schedule

Full-time position.