GRADE 3, MATER DEI CATHOLIC SCHOOL, MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Position Summary

The Third Grade Teacher is responsible for creating a nurturing, engaging, and academically challenging self-contained classroom where students are encouraged to grow spiritually, intellectually, socially, and emotionally. The successful candidate will integrate Catholic values throughout the curriculum while providing high-quality instruction aligned with Archdiocese of Philadelphia guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Create a welcoming, Christ-centered classroom environment.
• Teach all core academic subjects in a self-contained third-grade classroom.
• Integrate Catholic faith and Gospel values into daily instruction and classroom life.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners.
• Foster strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Utilize data to guide instruction and monitor student growth.
• Maintain effective classroom management that promotes respect, responsibility, and kindness.
• Collaborate with faculty, administration, and support staff to advance Mater Dei Catholic's mission.
• Participate fully in the spiritual, academic, and extracurricular life of the school community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (Master's degree preferred).
• Pennsylvania teaching certification (or eligibility for certification).
• Practicing Catholic preferred and committed to supporting the mission of Catholic education.
• Strong instructional skills and knowledge of elementary curriculum.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Experience with educational technology and differentiated instruction is desirable.

Why Mater Dei Catholic?

• A collaborative and supportive faculty.
• Ongoing professional development.
• A strong Catholic community centered on faith and service.
• Modern learning environments and continued campus improvements.
• The opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of children and families.

To Apply

Interested Candidates Should Submit A cover letter expressing interest in the position.
Resume.
Pennsylvania certification.
Three professional references.
Copies of transcripts.
Applications May Be Sent To Miss Diane E. McCaughan President Mater Dei Catholic 493 East Main Street Lansdale, PA 19446
Email: dmccaughan@materdeicatholic.com