Elementary Classroom Teacher - Grade 4

Location: Corpus Christi Catholic School, Houston, Texas | Posted: 10/8/2026 | Immediate opening, closes 12/08/2026 | Full‑time contract | Pay: commensurate with education & experience | Work year: school days August–May plus training days | FLSA: Exempt

About the role

Corpus Christi Catholic School seeks a responsible, energetic, and nurturing Grade 4 teacher to facilitate student success and growth in academic and interpersonal skills. Under the supervision of the Principal, the teacher implements Archdiocesan‑approved curriculum, documents teaching and student progress, addresses individual educational needs, creates a flexible and safe learning environment, and provides feedback to students, parents, and administration.

Requirements

• Mature, responsible, energetic, and nurturing with excellent interpersonal skills
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university
• Texas State Teaching Certification
• Pass a criminal background check
• Trained and verified in Safe Haven child abuse awareness
• Committed to the philosophy of Catholic, value‑oriented education
• Current Catechist Certificate or actively working toward one
• Able to teach both face‑to‑face and remote/online

Responsibilities

• Develop and administer curriculum consistent with school goals and objectives
• Promote a safe, conducive classroom environment for individualized and small‑group instruction
• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials; translate plans into effective learning experiences
• Conduct ongoing assessment of student learning; modify instructional methods to fit individual needs, including students with special needs; provide individual and small‑group instruction as needed
• Instruct students in responsible digital citizenship and other subjects per applicable laws and school regulations
• Continue professional growth through seminars, workshops, professional meetings, or research
• Organize and maintain accurate record‑keeping, grading, and reporting for all student activities, achievement, and attendance
• Encourage parental involvement; ensure effective communication with students and parents
• Enforce student conduct per Student & Faculty Handbooks; establish and maintain behavioral standards for a functional learning atmosphere
• Coordinate with professional staff to evaluate and assess curriculum; participate in faculty meetings and committees
• Select and requisition books, instructional aids, supplies, and equipment; maintain inventory records
• Administer standardized tests per testing programs
• Follow and uphold all COVID protocols set by the school
• Perform additional duties as assigned (full job description available from the Principal)

Skills

• Current teaching methods and educational pedagogy; differentiate instruction based on student learning styles
• School curriculum and concepts
• Data information systems, data analysis, and formulation of action plans
• Applicable federal and state education laws
• Computer network systems and software applications
• Organize and coordinate work
• Communicate effectively with students and parents in person, electronically, and in writing
• Engage in self‑evaluation for performance and professional growth
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships

Additional Duties

• Maintain records of student learning and performance
• Maintain classroom order and behavioral management for safety
• Supervise students in non‑instructional duties (lunch, carpool, etc.)
• Assist with morning, lunch, or afternoon duty as assigned

Physical Requirements

• Stand for long periods
• Walk long distances across campus and within classroom
• Use hands to handle teaching tools (technology, textbooks, student work, whiteboard/chalkboard)
• Reach with hands and arms
• Climb steps
• Sit for periods (chairs and floor)
• Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
• Talk, hear, taste, and smell
• Lift up to 50 lbs

Qualifications

• State Certification in the appropriate grade level preferred
• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college/university in Elementary Education or related discipline
• Master’s degree in related area preferred
• Prior experience considered