8th grade Teacher - St. Jane de Chantal School - Bethesda Maryland

St. Mary of the Mills Church 0314; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated 8th grade teacher for the upcoming school year. This full-time position involves creating engaging lesson plans, delivering diverse instructional methods, and fostering a positive learning environment. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of child development and classroom management, along with the ability to communicate effectively with students and parents. This role offers a competitive salary and excellent benefits, making it an exciting opportunity to contribute to the academic and spiritual growth of students in a supportive community. If you're passionate about education and committed to nurturing young minds, this position is for you.

Qualifications

• Candidates must hold current teacher certification in Maryland or equivalent.
• Knowledge of child development and classroom management is essential.

Responsibilities

• Create lesson plans that align with educational standards and meet student needs.
• Deliver balanced instruction incorporating various teaching methods.
• Maintain a positive learning environment and communicate effectively with parents.

Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Classroom Management

Instructional Planning

Communication Skills

Education

Current Teacher Certification in Maryland, Virginia, or DC

Job description

Job Category: School Education

Requisition Number: 8THGR002633

Posted: April 5, 2025

Employment Type: Full-Time

Work Location: On-site

Salary: $55,000 USD per year

Locations

Showing 1 location

Description

St Jane de Chantal School in Bethesda Maryland is hiring an 8th grade teacher for the 2025-26 school year. This is a full-time role and will report to the Principal. The salary for this position is $55,000 with excellent benefits. Please forward your resume and letter of interest to: [e-mail]

Responsibilities

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Planning

• Create lesson plans that align with the Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards.
• Utilize Standardized Test scores and other forms of assessment to adjust lesson plans and inform instruction.
• Plan lessons that are learner-based.
• Plan lessons that address the various needs of all students.

Instruction

• Deliver a balanced program of instruction that incorporates direct instruction, guided instruction, individual/group practice, questioning, demonstration, and discovery.
• Plan individual and group instruction that includes lectures, discussion, and hands-on activities.
• Administer assessments (both formal and informal) to determine if instructional objectives are being met.
• Use assessment data to differentiate instruction to assure that the diverse needs of all students are met.
• Assign class and homework that support the lesson's objective and reinforces the learning process.

Classroom Management

• Establish classroom procedures that optimize instructional time.
• Create and enforce rules that are clear and foster an atmosphere in which all can thrive.
• Maintain a positive learning environment based on mutual respect and cooperation.
• Set high expectations for achievement.
• Assure that Catholic values are the basis of all interactions between students and teacher.

Communication

• Maintain a grade book that reflects students’ progress on a variety of formative and summative assessments.
• Monitor students’ grades and communicate status to parents and administration.
• Inform students and parents of assignments/projects and provide detailed written instructions, rubrics, and due dates.
• Routinely post up-to-date information (homework, projects, and grades) to the school’s grade book portal.
• Use email, notes home, and phone calls to inform parents if a student is not making adequate academic or behavior progress.
• Hold conferences with parents if students need academic or behavior intervention.
• Produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.

Catholic Identity

• Actively foster and support Catholic beliefs, traditions, and practices.
• Reflect the Catholic Church’s teaching on social justice and witness service to others.
• Assist in the planning of liturgical ceremonies such as mass, penance services, prayer services, etc.
• Lead and encourage prayer in the classroom.
• Plan and teach religion classes (if applicable) that align with the ADW Religion Standards.
• Attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies (as required).

Non-Instructional Duties

• Perform duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution (as required).
• Sponsor clubs and other school activities (as required).
• Attend Home and School meetings and other after-hours school events (as required).
• Participate in all required faculty and professional development meetings.
• Must obtain Maryland, Virginia, or District of Columbia certification within three years of the date of hire.
• Must obtain required religious certification (as required).

Qualifications

• Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC (candidates have 3 years from hire to earn their certification).
• Knowledge of child development and supervision.
• Experience teaching in an elementary school setting (preferred).

While a conscientious effort has been made to include all duties and expectations of the Archdiocese of Washington elementary school teacher, the above is not all-inclusive and the position’s duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the principal.