Elementary School Teacher - St. Mary School - Rockville Maryland

About the role

The St. Mary School in Rockville, Maryland is seeking an Elementary School Teacher for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time position reporting directly to the Principal. The salary range is $45,000 to $50,000 with excellent benefits.

Responsibilities

• Deliver instruction aligned with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize Standardized Test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Create learner-based lesson plans.
• Plan lessons addressing the diverse needs of all students.
• Implement a balanced program of instruction incorporating direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery.
• Administer assessments to determine if instructional objectives are being met and use assessment data to differentiate instruction.
• Assign class and homework that supports lesson objectives and reinforces the learning process.
• Establish classroom procedures to optimize instructional time.
• Create and enforce rules fostering a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Maintain high expectations for achievement and ensure Catholic values underpin all interactions.
• Maintain a grade book reflecting students' progress on formative and summative assessments.
• Communicate students' academic and behavioral progress to parents and administration.
• Inform students and parents of assignments and projects with detailed instructions, rubrics, and due dates.
• Routinely post updated information to the school’s grade book portal.
• Use email, notes home, and phone calls to inform parents about students' progress.
• Hold conferences with parents for academic or behavioral interventions.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices, and witness service to others.
• Plan and teach religion classes aligned with ADW Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies and lead/practice prayer in the classroom.
• Perform non-instructional duties such as carpooling, supervising recess/lunch, and classroom teacher substitution.
• Sponsor clubs and other school activities.
• Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hours school events.
• Participate in 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).
• Knowledge of child development and supervision.
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

Qualifications

• While a conscientious effort has been made to include all duties and expectations, the position’s responsibilities may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the principal.