Elementary Teacher 2025-2026

Diocese of St. Petersburg; Safety Harbor (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Elementary Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. This role emphasizes fostering a Christ-like environment while supporting students' academic and personal growth. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree, state certification, and demonstrate a passion for teaching and child development. The position offers competitive salary and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans. If you are enthusiastic about shaping young minds in a supportive community, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Pension Plan

401K

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree and maintain State Certification.
• Knowledgeable of child development and capable of effectively teaching.

Responsibilities

• Model Christ-like behavior and support students' holistic growth.
• Collaborate with parents and provide a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Communication Skills

Child Development Knowledge

Collaboration

Enthusiasm

Patience

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office365

Teams

Classroom Notebook

Job description

Full-Time Elementary Teacher 2025-2026 School Year

Espiritu Santo Catholic School

Safety Harbor, Florida

General Duties and Responsibilities

To teach is to model Christ-like behavior at all times, to continuously grow professionally and model lifelong learning through understanding and application of current best practices, to respect and honor the dignity of the students as children of God who are growing physically, mentally, spiritually, and emotionally, to work collaboratively with parents regarding the students' holistic growth, to commit to the concept of total community, and to provide a nurturing and supportive learning environment.

The teacher is a qualified, professional educator who meets the requirements to teach in the Diocese of St. Petersburg, complies with education policies and procedures of the diocese and the school, and cooperates with colleagues and the supervisor to foster an educational climate for each student's personal development.

Qualifications

• 21 years of age or older.
• Must hold a minimum of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, hold and maintain State Certification or meet the Superintendents qualifications for specific subject areas or Early Childhood requirements where appropriate.
• Meet the diocese requirements for religious instruction within five years of initial employment and maintain ongoing training as required.
• Be knowledgeable of child development and capable of effectively teaching assigned subjects.
• Must be able to teach mastery of skills as outlined in the State and Diocesan Standards of Curriculum.
• Proficiency with personal computers, technology equipment, and relevant software, including Microsoft Office365 and Teams/Classroom Notebook, is preferred.
• Fundamental qualities include love of children, enthusiasm, dedication, interaction, caring, nurturing, patience, communication skills, and collaboration.

Interested candidates must apply via the Diocese of St. Petersburg website (School-Careers) and submit a current resume, cover letter detailing interest and qualifications, and three valid references.

Competitive salary and excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, pension, and 401K.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a Level II Background Screening.