Catholic School Teacher: Inspire Faith & Learning

Diocese of Tucson; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Francis of Assisi School in Yuma, part of the Diocese of Tucson, seeks a Certified Catholic School Teacher to support its Catholic mission and student learning under the direction of the principal.

The successful candidate will hold an Arizona teaching certificate or an alternative certificate, be committed to faith formation, deliver religious and academic instruction, and participate in MTSS interventions and online teaching as needed.

Qualifications

• Commitment to the Catholic mission; practicing Catholic in full communion with the Church.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required for teaching and ministry.
• Strong interpersonal and organizational abilities; must be a self-starter and team player.
• Evening and weekend availability may be required; reliable transportation.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and use common office technology (Word/Excel).
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate professional bearing at all times.
• Criminal history/background check required.
• Arizona DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card required.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and support the Catholic mission in word, deed, and instruction.
• Lead and participate in classroom prayer and faith formation activities.
• Plan lessons aligned to academic goals and Catholic curriculum.
• Provide explicit instruction and MTSS-based interventions as needed.
• Demonstrate effective assessment methods related to curriculum objectives.
• Maintain an orderly, respectful classroom environment and positive behavior.
• Collaborate with school and Diocesan staff; attend trainings and meetings as scheduled.
• Uphold school policies and professional responsibilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Catholic mission alignment

Team player

Classroom management

Technology proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Arizona Teaching Certificate

Level I Diocesan Ministry Certification

Tools

Excel

Job description

St. Francis of Assisi School in Yuma, part of the Diocese of Tucson, seeks a Certified Catholic School Teacher to support its Catholic mission and student learning under the direction of the principal.

The successful candidate will hold an Arizona teaching certificate or an alternative certificate, be committed to faith formation, deliver religious and academic instruction, and participate in MTSS interventions and online teaching as needed.