Middle School ELA & Math Teacher

Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish Corporation; Manchester (CT); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement contribution

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Saint James School in Manchester, CT seeks a dynamic Middle School ELA & Math Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. The ideal candidate fosters faith-based learning and supports student growth in language arts and math within a Catholic environment.

Requirements include a 4-year degree, teacher certification, and at least two years of classroom teaching. This exempt, full-time role offers a comprehensive benefits package and a collaborative school community.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of successful classroom teaching.
• Teacher certification.
• Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and faith‑based environment.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with his/her parish.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging daily lesson plans addressing spiritual, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
• Use diverse instructional techniques such as modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.
• Encourage children to develop self‑help skills and independence.
• Adapt curriculum to meet individual learning needs when necessary.
• Promote positive behavior through redirection, positive reinforcement, and adherence to the school’s behavioral policies.
• Maintain positive communication with families through newsletters, daily updates, and as‑needed outreach.
• Attend regular staff meetings and participate in annual reviews and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Assist students who may need additional support.

Skills

Classroom management

Lesson planning

Student assessment

Education

4 Year Degree

Job description

• Location 80 MAIN ST,Manchester, CT, 06042,United States
• Base Pay $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Middle School ELA , ELA & Math Teacher, Catholic School
• Relocation Expense Covered No
• Employee Type Exempt
• Required Degree 4 Year Degree
• Manage Others No

Description

Saint James School, in Manchester, CT, a Catholic elementary school has an opening for a Middle School ELA & Math Teacher for the 2026-2027 academic year. This position requires a dynamic teacher that can interact with and support the learning of middle school students.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities would include creating an engaging learning environment that fosters academic and spiritual growth, develops middle school students’ skills, and a love of learning about our faith.

Additionally, the candidate must be able to:

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans that address spiritual, emotional, physical, and cognitive growth.
• Use diverse instructional techniques such as modeling, observing, questioning, demonstrating, and reinforcing.
• Encourage children to develop self-help skills and independence.
• Adapt curriculum to meet individual learning needs when necessary.
• Promote positive behavior through redirection, positive reinforcement, and adherence to the school’s behavioral policies.
• Maintain positive communication with families through newsletters, daily updates, and as‑needed outreach.
• Attend regular staff meetings and participate in annual reviews and professional development.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, and staff.
• Assist students who may need additional support.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of successful classroom teaching.
• Teacher certification.
• Demonstrated ability to create engaging, age‑appropriate lessons.
• Commitment to fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and faith‑based environment.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing with his/her parish.

Summary

Saint James School Mission Statement

Saint James School provides a quality Catholic education based on the teachings of Jesus Christ, building a foundation for independent, lifelong learners. We strive to develop every child’s full potential through faith, academics, service, and character formation.

T his position is eligible for a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, employer-provided life and disability insurance, retirement contribution, paid time off, and paid holidays. Access to a full suite of voluntary, employee-funded benefits to customize your coverage. Benefits are subject to applicable eligibility requirements, plan terms, and Archdiocesan policies. When determining salaries, the following factors are carefully considered for each individual position: level and scope of responsibilities, required education, required skills and relevant experience, internal and external equity, and the department’s budget.