First Grade Elementary Teacher plans, organizes, and implements the instructional program in a Catholic learning environment where every child is recognized as a unique child of God.
Essential Functions:
• Develop lesson plans with clear objectives in line with the Archdiocesan guidelines
• Provide grade-appropriate engaging instruction and learning activities for school students that adheres to the school’s philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Observe and assess student progress, keep detailed records, observe student behavior and progress, and communicate with parents.
• Attend all faculty meetings, professional development days, and workshops.
Position Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Education
• Current MSDE certification or ability to achieve required certification
• Basic understanding and acceptance of Catholic school philosophy, goals, and objectives
• Knowledge of and/or willingness to learn about the integration of technology into lessons
• Practicing Catholic preferred
Welcome to St. Louis School
Founded in 1923, St. Louis School is a coeducational Catholic school providing high-school preparatory education to approximately 560 students in preschool through 8th grade. We are a community firmly rooted in Catholic teachings, family values, and academic excellence. St. Louis School and Parish are a thriving Catholic community centered on the Eucharist and committed to faith formation and service. You can see this every day in our school through daily prayer, weekly mass, weekly reconciliation and adoration, and faculty and staff retreats and faith formation.
Nestled on a beautiful campus between Baltimore and Washington, D.C., St. Louis School is a thriving, close-knit community that nurtures the creativity, intellect, and leadership within every child that walks through our doors.
Blue Ribbon Academics
As a two-time National Blue Ribbon school, our academic philosophy is teaching the whole child in body, mind, and spirit. We take that approach through our entire curriculum from preschool through 8th grade. Additionally, St. Louis School is a 2019 Cognia STEM-certified school, which means that we integrate lessons on problem solving, collaboration, and creativity with a focus on science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
St. Louis School offers an accelerated curriculum and advanced reading and math for our middle school students. We also integrate enrichment and academic support into our curriculum for our primary grades.
Come and See the Mid-Atlantic
Maryland has so much to offer! From festivals to museums, the aquarium to the theater, and shopping to sports, there are always things to do. The location between Baltimore and Washington DC provides a variety of housing options, geographical diversity, and lots of opportunity for fun and adventure. If the great outdoors is for you, Maryland is an ideal location. Both beautiful beaches and breathtaking mountains are within driving distance. Maryland is neither North or South, making the climate relatively moderate compared to many regions of the country. For sports lovers, Baltimore and Washington, D.C. have several teams in NFL, MLB, NBA, NHL, and professional soccer. Plus, there are several college teams to root for, as well! For continuing education opportunities, there are nearly 20 colleges and universities that offer a wealth of teaching and educational programs.
Job Benefits
We offer a competitive benefits package, which includes retirement as well as health, dental, vision, and life insurance. We offer our teachers several opportunities for professional development and faith formation.