8th Grade ELA Teacher

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 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 Summary The Catholic School ELA Teacher is responsible for instructing students in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and critical thinking. The teacher integrates academic excellence with the Catholic faith, helping students grow intellectually, spiritually, and morally in alignment with the mission of Catholic education.

Job Responsibilities Plan and deliver engaging ELA instruction aligned with state standards and diocesan guidelines Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, writing (narrative, argumentative, informational), grammar, and vocabulary Select and teach age-appropriate literature, including novels, poetry, short stories, and nonfiction texts Develop students' critical thinking, discussion, and communication skills Assess student progress through assignments, tests, writing portfolios, and informal assessments Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners Create a structured, respectful, and faith-centered classroom environment Integrate Catholic values, teachings, and perspectives into instruction when appropriate Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate with parents/guardians Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning and school initiatives Participate in school Masses, prayer services, and other faith-based activities Job Requirements Bachelor's degree in Education, English, Literature, or a related field Valid teaching certification (state and/or diocesan requirements) Strong knowledge of ELA content and instructional strategies Experience working with middle school or high school students (as applicable) The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status. Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.