Lower School Teacher

Miamiarch; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart in Miami is looking for a full-time Lower School Teacher to educate students in grades 1-3. This role emphasizes a commitment to the school's mission and involves organizing classroom activities, engaging with students and parents, and utilizing effective teaching practices.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree, a commitment to teaching diversity, and a minimum of three years of teaching experience. This position requires the candidate to undergo background screening as per Archdiocese policy.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• At least three to five years of teaching experience is preferred.
• Enthusiasm for teaching students of all abilities.

Responsibilities

• Teach students in core subjects such as math and language arts.
• Organize and manage a classroom environment.
• Engage in curriculum reviews and collaborate on discipline initiatives.

Skills

Teaching experience

Technology usage

Intercultural competency

Commitment to social justice

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

School Faculty - Elementary - Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart

Lower School Teacher
Published: 02/09/2026

Carrollton School of the Sacred Heart School seeks a full‑time Lower School Teacher with expertise in teaching students in grades 1‑3. Under the direct leadership of the Lower School Head, the Associate Lower School Head, in collaboration with the Discipline Chair and guided by the Goals and Criteria, the teacher will work independently and collaboratively to provide a stimulating and developmentally appropriate educational environment for all learners.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include:

• A commitment to the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart network schools as articulated in the school mission.
• Teaching students in core subjects such as math, language arts, etc.
• Organizing and managing a classroom environment to accomplish program goals safely and effectively.
• Supporting students as they develop skills and attitudes essential to realize their full potential.
• Modeling certain attributes of intelligence—academic, spiritual, and emotional—while demonstrating our belief in the dignity of all the students we serve.
• Creating and defining goals and objectives for unit and daily lesson plans; preparing classroom activities; organizing teaching materials; evaluating student performance; maintaining classroom records; and managing time effectively.
• Submitting grade reports and student comments at specified intervals.
• Holding conferences with students, parents, administrators, and other professionals.
• Engaging in curriculum reviews and collaborating on discipline initiatives.
• Participating in faculty meetings, liturgies, chapels, retreats, school assemblies, and special events such as, but not limited to, back‑to‑school night and admissions showcases.
• Utilizing cognitive science and educational research to inform teaching practices.
• Performing other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• A Bachelor’s degree is required; a master’s degree is preferred.
• A practicing Roman Catholic in good standing.
• At least three to five years of teaching experience is preferred.
• Intercultural competency and a commitment to supporting social justice, inclusion, and diversity as articulated in the Sacred Heart Goals and Criteria.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth.
• Enthusiasm for teaching students of all abilities.
• Demonstrated success with effective use of technology.

Please note: In addition to the eligibility requirements indicated in the Archdiocese of Miami Policy "Creating and Maintaining a Safe Environment for Children and Vulnerable Adults," the selected candidate for this entity must undergo a background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse and be granted a determination of eligibility as a condition of employment. For more information on the Clearinghouse please visit info.flclearinghouse.com .