GRADE 3 TEACHER, ST. ANSELM, PHILADEPHIA NORTH

About the role

St. Anselm School serves over 260 students in grades PreK 3 through grade 8. Since 1963, St. Anselm has provided an academically rigorous education permeated with the Gospel message of Jesus Christ.

Responsibilities

• Promote and integrate Catholic values and teachings into the daily classroom environment, guiding students in their spiritual and moral formation.
• Foster a Christ-centered classroom culture that encourages prayer, reflection, and a closer relationship with God.
• Design and execute daily and long-range lesson plans across all subject areas, aligned with diocesan standards and curriculum guidelines.
• Utilize diverse, creative instructional methods to keep students engaged, enthusiastic, and academically challenged.
• Monitor and assess student progress regularly, using data to differentiate instruction and support varied learning styles.
• Create a safe, structured, and nurturing learning environment conducive to academic success and personal growth.
• Collaborate actively with colleagues, administration, and staff to develop interdisciplinary activities, share best practices, and support school-wide initiatives.
• Maintain regular, transparent communication with parents and guardians, partnering with families to build trusted relationships and support student development.
• Fulfill supervisory duties (e.g., recess, lunch, dismissal) inside or outside the classroom as assigned.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school community events as required to support the school's overall mission.

Requirements

• A strong Catholic identity.
• A certified teacher with a degree in elementary education.
• Experience working with children in primary education.
• A personable, team player who demonstrates a true love for working with children.

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in elementary education or related field.
• Valid Pennsylvania teaching certificate.
• At least three years of successful teaching experience in a K-8 setting.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

Skills

• Ability to create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage a classroom effectively and maintain discipline.
• Proficiency in technology integration in the classroom.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Inclusive and supportive work environment.
• Vacation, sick leave, and personal days.
• In-service days and professional development opportunities.
• Health insurance options.

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The schedule is full-time, with standard school hours.