Teacher - Middle School Language Arts

Job Summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum
• Design and deliver rigorous, developmentally appropriate lessons in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, and literature.
• Implement curriculum aligned with school standards and Catholic educational values.
• Use a variety of instructional strategies, including differentiated instruction, to support diverse learners.
• Integrate technology to enhance instruction, student engagement, and assessment.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to support student growth.
• Assessment & Progress Monitoring
• Develop and administer assessments to evaluate student understanding and skill development.
• Analyze student data to inform instruction and provide targeted support.
• Communicate academic progress to students, parents, and administrators.
• Classroom Environment
• Maintain a positive, structured, and inclusive classroom culture.
• Manage classroom routines and behavior through respectful, consistent expectations.
• Foster a love for reading, writing, and lifelong learning.
• Communication & Collaboration
• Communicate regularly and effectively with parents, colleagues, and school leadership.
• Participate in professional learning communities, faculty meetings, and school initiatives.
• Collaborate with support staff to meet the needs of all learners.
• Catholic Identity & School Culture
• Model and uphold the values and mission of St. John Baptist Catholic Church.
• Participate in school liturgies, prayer, service projects, and community events.
• Support the spiritual development of students through example and classroom practices.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, Language Arts, or a related field.
• Teaching certification or willingness to obtain appropriate certification.
• Experience working with middle school–aged students in an educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of reading, writing, grammar, and literature instruction.
• Ability to plan engaging lessons and differentiate instruction for diverse learners.
• Effective classroom-management and communication skills.
• Commitment to collaborating with colleagues, parents, and school leadership.
• Willingness to support and uphold the Catholic mission and values of the school.