Grade 3 Teacher

About the Role

St. Martin of Tours, an Independence Mission School, is seeking a Grade 3 Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to the school community by building relationships with staff, parents, and students, and by dedicating themselves to mastering the craft of teaching. The role involves implementing rigorous, standards-aligned curriculum and maintaining high expectations for student learning.

The teacher will model outstanding character in accordance with Catholic teachings, fostering a positive classroom atmosphere and a commitment to the moral formation of students.

Responsibilities

• Set high behavioral and academic expectations for students and use student growth data to inform instruction.
• Be an enthusiastic learner, committed to personal growth as an educator, and apply skills learned through coaching, grade-level teamwork, and professional development.
• Actively participate in the school community by contributing to extracurricular activities such as coaching or moderating clubs.
• Teach diverse learners and differentiate instruction to meet student needs.
• Participate in committees and other professional activities as required or requested.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (required).
• Clearances on all required background checks (required).
• Experience teaching diverse learners and differentiating instruction (preferred).
• A track record of leading students to successfully achieve academic expectations (preferred).
• Experience working with children and communities in an urban setting (preferred).
• Strong understanding of the foundations of literacy instruction and the standards of mathematical practice.