Elementary School Teacher - Archdiocese of Washington Catholic Schools

About the role

The Archdiocese of Washington is hiring Elementary School Teachers for the 2026-27 school year. The full-time roles will report to the Principals. Our schools are located in Washington DC, Montgomery County, Prince George's County, Calvert County, Charles County and St. Mary's County. Our salary range is competitive and we offer strong mentoring and opportunities for growth. Please be sure to add a letter of interest to your application.

Responsibilities

• Plan lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize Standardize Test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive.
• Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Assign class and homework that support the lesson's objective and reinforce the learning process.
• Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
• Differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
• Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavior intervention.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions and practices, and tenets of the Catholic faith.
• Witness service to others.
• Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).
• Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
• Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
• Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hour school events (as required).
• Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.

Qualifications

• 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)

Skills

• Knowledge of child development and supervision

Benefits

Our salary range is $44,200 to $60,200 with outstanding benefits.

Pay

$44,200 to $60,200

Schedule

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