Employment Status: Full-time
FLSA Status: Exempt/Salary
*Full-time Benefits may include: Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, 401 (a) Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Employee Assistance Program, Short-term/Long-term Disability. *Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.
Summary:
In its founding year, St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School is seeking a dedicated team of faithful teachers who desire to cultivate a love of learning and a love of the Catholic faith in young souls through the richness of the Catholic intellectual tradition. Our school will open for the 2025-2026 school year with grades PK3-6th (grade levels will be enrollment-dependent in the first year) and will ultimately expand to 7th and 8th grade in subsequent years. Teachers will be immediately responsible to the principal for the carrying out of policies of the school and the Archdiocese of San Antonio as they relate to the function of the school, the classroom, and the immediate contact with students and parents.
NOTE: While we are currently accepting applicants, we expect to begin the interview process in early 2025.
Position Responsibilities:
- Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school
- Acts as a witness to Gospel values by joyfully modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
- Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and of the Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
- Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
- Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis; ensures the safety and well-being of self and others
- Adheres to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy
- Takes a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings
- Acts as a team player; promotes collaboration and commitment to the Mission and Vision of the organization
- Performs other duties as assigned
Planning and Instruction:
- Develops and implements lessons aligned with Catholic classical curriculum and pedagogy; meets campus-wide lesson planning requirements
- Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Department of Catholic Schools (DCS), and administrative regulations
- Collaborates with other faculty to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to DSC requirements
- Makes learning accessible for all students by incorporating accommodations and modifications into lessons as applicable
- Creates a classroom environment of joyful order to allow for fruitful learning to take place
- Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and uses results to plan instructional activities
- Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s), if applicable
- Assists in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required
Student Growth and Development:
- Coaches students to develop moral and intellectual virtue
- Supports student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
- Supervises students during non-instructional periods of the day (i.e., recess, dismissal, etc.) and during school-sponsored activities (i.e., field trips, academic celebrations, etc.)
- Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned
Communication and Organization:
- Maintains an accurate, up-to-date, gradebook and periodically provides both narrative evaluations and overall grades for students
- Establishes and maintains open communication with parents, students, principals, and fellow faculty members
- Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
- Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
- Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required
- Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Professional Growth and Development:
- Participates in faculty development activities to grow in love of the Catholic intellectual tradition and the ability to enact a Catholic classical curriculum with excellence
- Attends and participates in faculty meetings; serves on staff committees as required
- Keeps informed of and complies with DCS regulations and policies for classroom teachers
Minimum Qualifications:
Education
- Associate’s degree in Early Child Education OR
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree with 12 hours in Early Childhood Education from an accredited university OR
- a valid, appropriate state certificate
NOTE: Early childhood courses must be appropriate to the age of students and content to be taught. Psychology courses may not be counted for more than 3 credit hours of the 12 required education hours.
License and Credentials
- As noted above, 12 credit hours in early childhood education courses or a valid, appropriate state certificate, as outlined in the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department standards
- Technology proficiency in the areas of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and internet use for educational purposes
- Demonstrated competency in the assigned subject area(s)
Minimum Knowledge and Skills:
- Practicing Catholic
- Knowledge of classical education OR a desire to learn about and implement a Catholic classical curriculum
- Subject-matter knowledge
- Ability to instruct students and help them meet academic and behavioral expectations
- Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
- Organized, self-motivated, and able to work well independently and on a team
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good critical thinking and problem-solving skills
- May be required to work some weekends and nights
- Required to work a minimum of a full school day
***Please upload school transcripts and certifications when applying for this position.***
This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise as needed.
The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer.