2026-2027 Elementary K - 6th Grade Teacher - Generic Employment Pool

Xavier College Preparatory; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Xavier College Preparatory in Phoenix, AZ is seeking a Teacher for a Generic Employment Pool for grades K-6. The ideal candidate will embrace and model Catholic philosophy, develop instructional programs, and maintain accurate student records. A Bachelor's Degree and certification by the Arizona State Department of Education is required, with preference given to active practicing Catholics. This role plays a vital part in the school's mission of fostering academic excellence within a faith-based framework.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Bachelor's Degree, certified by the Arizona State Department of Education.
• Preference given to active practicing Catholics.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an instructional program according to Diocesan Curriculum Standards.
• Organize the classroom to facilitate student learning.
• Evaluate student progress and maintain accurate records.

Skills

Self-discipline

Adaptability

Judgment

Good teaching techniques

Understanding of child psychology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certification by Arizona State Department of Education

Job description

Position Title:

Teacher (Generic Employment Pool)

Department:

Catholic Schools

Grade:

K-6

Supervisor:

Principal or Designee

Purpose and Scope:

Under the supervision of the principal, the teacher is a person of faith who strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education; assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the grades or classes assigned; develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards; maintains detailed and accurate records as required by the school; establishes positive school-community relationships; continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications; performs any other job‑related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.

Essential Job Functions:

• Strives to achieve the goals of Catholic education:
  • Embraces and models the Catholic philosophy of education
  • Promotes and lives gospel values and Catholic moral teaching
  • Upholds the doctrinal teachings of the Catholic Church
  • Provides opportunities for faith development of students in the classroom to prepare them for life in today’s Church and society
  • Can articulate and give evidence of Catholic living by example
• Assumes responsibility for the leadership and management of the classes assigned:
  • Provides a positive learning environment
  • Organizes the classroom to facilitate student learning
  • Supervises and provides for the safety, welfare, and care of the students while they are in school
  • Works toward the creation of a Catholic community within the classroom and the entire school community
  • Teaches in accordance with diocesan and local policies as well as appropriate state laws
  • Shows respect for individuals and fairness in dealing with students and parents
  • Develops and implements a daily and weekly schedule covering all areas of curriculum
• Develops and implements an instructional program according to the needs of the students and the established Diocesan Curriculum Standards:
  • Integrates Church’s teachings in all aspects of the curriculum
  • Determines levels of student achievement
  • Uses appropriate teaching strategies to meet individual student needs
  • Uses resources available to promote learning experiences for all students
  • Incorporates technology into instruction
  • Refers students for evaluation and consultation when necessary in collaboration with administration and parents
  • Includes all students in presentation and discussions
• Evaluates student progress effectively:
  • Uses a variety of ongoing assessments
  • Aligns assessments with goals, objectives, information taught, and instructional guidelines and Curriculum Standards of the Diocese and school
  • Provides prompt constructive feedback on student work and performance
  • Maintains student records consistently and accurately
• Maintains accurate records in all record‑keeping required by the school:
  • Maintains proper grading and/or reporting system for each student as required by the principal
  • Meets deadlines with official classroom reports, attendance, and statistics as required by the principal
  • Maintains daily lesson plans
• Establishes positive school‑community relationships:
  • Maintains cooperative relations with all in the school community
  • Promotes respectful and positive school relationships
  • Maintains awareness of his/her role as a Catholic schoolteacher and its impact on the community
  • Provides for regular conferences and meetings with parents
  • Cooperates with and helps promote various curricular and co‑curricular programs within the school
  • Attends and actively participates in school faculty meetings and in‑services
• Continues professional development to remain current with religious and academic certifications:
  • Keeps informed of current instructional practices through professional reading and educational opportunities
  • Participates in professional activities and joins appropriate professional organizations
  • Attends diocesan sponsored in‑services
  • Actively participates in the process of continuous school improvement
  • Maintains personal professional development records
• Performs any other job‑related tasks deemed necessary and/or assigned by the principal.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required:

• Must demonstrate personal self‑discipline, be adaptable and flexible in routine and unexpected situations
• Must use good judgment in daily encounters
• Must use verbal and written language correctly
• Must demonstrate an appropriate sense of humor
• Must demonstrate knowledge and understanding of good teaching techniques and child psychology
• Must maintain appropriate grooming and dress at all times as stated in the faculty handbook
• Must meet Ministry Formation Certification and/or re‑certification as required by Diocesan policy

Minimum Qualification:

• Preference given to active practicing Catholics
• Must be willing to make a public Profession of Faith if Catholic and if non‑Catholic willing to support Catholic teachings and philosophy
• Must hold a Bachelor’s Degree
• Must be certified by the Arizona State Department of Education as a teacher and meets applicable NCA requirements.
• Received Safe Environment Training and signed the Code of Conduct.
• FBI Fingerprint clearance completed.

Note – This is a generic job description. Actual job postings for teachers may have different job descriptions and requirements.