Middle School Language Arts Teacher - St. Peter's Catholic School - Waldorf Maryland

The Middle School Language Arts Teacher at St. Peter's Catholic School in Waldorf, Maryland is seeking a candidate for the 2026-27 school year. This is a full-time role reporting to the Principal. The salary range is $44,200 to $68,200 with excellent benefits.

About the Role

St. Peter's Catholic School, founded in 1956, is part of the St. Peter's Parish with over 300 years of faith-filled history. Notably, it was the first Catholic school in Southern Maryland that was never racially segregated. The school is known for its unique STEM program using Project Lead the Way curriculum and a recent grant from Andrew's Federal Credit Union for a new computer lab.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans aligned with Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize Standardized Test scores and other assessment data to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Plan learner-based lessons addressing the diverse needs of all students.
• Incorporate direct, guided, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery in instruction.
• Administer assessments to determine if instructional objectives are being met and use data to differentiate instruction.
• Assign class and homework that supports lesson objectives and reinforces the learning process.
• Establish classroom procedures to optimize instructional time and maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Maintain a grade book reflecting students' progress and communicate status to parents and administration.
• Routinely post up-to-date information and use email, notes home, and phone calls to inform parents about assignments, projects, and due dates.
• Hold conferences with parents for academic or behavioral interventions.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
• Foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices.
• Reflect the Catholic Church's teaching on social justice and engage in witness service.
• Plan and teach religion classes that align with ADW Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies and lead/practice prayer in the classroom.
• Perform non-instructional duties such as carpooling, 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree.
• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn certification).
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

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.