8th Grade Literature and Writing Teacher - Long-Term Substitute

About the role

Our Lady of Grace Catholic School is seeking a middle school English/Language Arts teacher from January 2027 - March 2027. The teacher will be responsible for teaching 8th grade literature and writing (taught as separate courses). We are looking for a joyful teacher who is an excellent classroom manager, able to communicate effectively with parents, able to motivate students for academic excellence, willing to join a dynamic faculty team committed to helping each student flourish, and most importantly a person who shares our enthusiasm for living out the mission of our parish which is to make Jesus Christ known and loved. Our Lady of Grace Catholic School is a thriving and growing Pre‑K through 8th grade Catholic school committed to fulfilling our parish’s mission of making Jesus Christ known and loved. With 920 students, OLG strives for excellence in all areas for all our students. We are able to offer an award‑winning educational program in a Catholic setting that allows us to accompany students as they develop into who God made them to be. With a strong connection between the parish, school, and parents, OLG seeks faculty members who have a love of Jesus Christ and a passion for working with children to promote human flourishing.

Responsibilities

• Teach 8th grade literature and writing (separate courses)
• Manage classroom effectively
• Communicate effectively with parents
• Motivate students for academic excellence
• Collaborate with a dynamic faculty team to help each student flourish
• Live out and promote the school’s mission to make Jesus Christ known and loved

Requirements

• Minnesota teaching license
• Complete background check, code of conduct, and VIRTUS training
• Experience educating middle‑school‑aged children
• Understanding of best practices in ELA instruction
• Experience teaching high‑achieving students
• Positive disposition and enjoyment in teaching middle school children
• Excellent classroom management skills

Qualifications

• Additional licensure in English/Language Arts (preferred)

Skills

• Effective communication with parents
• Ability to motivate students
• Joyful, positive teaching disposition
• Strong classroom management

Pay

Starting Salary Range: $160 – $180 per day