4th Grade Teacher - St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School

Employment Status: Full-time, Exempt (unless specified otherwise). Reports to: Principal.

About the Role

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School is seeking a dedicated, faith-filled 4th Grade Teacher who desires to cultivate a love of learning and a love of the Lord in their students through the beauty of the Catholic intellectual tradition. Having opened in the fall of 2025 with PK3-6th grade, we plan both to expand through 7th grade and increase the number of class sections in earlier grade levels this coming school year.

Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by joyfully modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and of the Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis; ensures the safety and well-being of self and others
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy
• Takes a solution-oriented approach in interactions and undertakings
• Acts as a team player; promotes collaboration and commitment to the mission, vision, and culture of the school
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Performs other duties as assigned

Planning & Instruction

• Develops and implements lessons aligned with Catholic classical curriculum and pedagogy; meets campus-wide lesson planning requirements
• Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Department of Catholic Schools (DCS), and administrative regulations
• Collaborates with other faculty to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to DCS requirements
• Makes learning accessible for all students by incorporating accommodations and modifications into lessons as applicable
• Creates a classroom environment of joyful order to allow fruitful learning to take place
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and uses results to plan instructional activities
• Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s), if applicable
• Assists in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required

Student Growth & Development

• Coaches students to develop moral and intellectual virtue
• Supports student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Supervises students during non-instructional periods of the day (i.e., recess, dismissal, etc.) and during school-sponsored activities (i.e., field trips, academic celebrations, etc.)
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned

Communication & Organization

• Maintains an accurate, up-to-date, gradebook and periodically provides both narrative evaluations and overall grades for students
• Establishes and maintains open communication with parents, students, principal, and fellow faculty members
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Professional Development

• Participates in faculty development activities to grow in love of the Catholic intellectual tradition and the ability to enact a Catholic classical curriculum with excellence
• Attends and participates in weekly faculty meetings; serves on staff committees as required
• Keeps informed of and complies with DCS regulations and policies for classroom teachers

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years of teaching experience preferred
• 12 credit hours in education courses or a valid, appropriate state certificate, as outlined in the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department standards
• Technology proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and internet use for educational purposes
• Demonstrated competency in the assigned subject area(s)
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening
• Must pass Texas DPS Fingerprint-based Applicant Clearinghouse screening

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing
• Knowledge of classical education OR a desire to learn about and implement a Catholic classical curriculum
• Subject-matter knowledge
• Ability to instruct students and help them meet academic and behavioral expectations
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Organized, self-motivated, and able to work well independently and on a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• May be required to work some weekends and nights
• Required to work a minimum of a full school day

Benefits

• Paid Holidays/Holy Days
• 403b Retirement
• 401(a) Pension Plan
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Short-term/Long-term Disability

Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.