Middle School Language and Arts Teacher - St. Ambrose

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working times

Remote working options

Generous paid vacation increasing with

Personal leaves of absence

Job summary

Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a dynamic Middle School Language Arts Teacher for St. Ambrose Catholic School in St.

Louis, MO. The role focuses on developing reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking for grades 6–8 while weaving Catholic values into instruction to foster a respectful classroom environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor’s degree in Education or English and a valid teaching certificate, with experience in middle school settings and strong literacy

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, or a related field
• Valid teaching certification (middle school or secondary ELA preferred; requirements vary by diocese)
• Experience teaching or working with middle school students
• Strong knowledge of literacy instruction and writing development

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Language Arts instruction aligned with state standards and diocesan guidelines
• Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, grammar, vocabulary, and writing (narrative, informational, and argumentative)
• Select and teach age-appropriate literature, including novels, short stories, poetry, and nonfiction
• Encourage critical thinking through discussion, writing assignments, and projects
• Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on data
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Integrate Catholic values and teachings into lessons where appropriate
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment rooted in respect and responsibility
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in faculty meetings and school initiatives
• Support and participate in the faith life of the school

Skills

Teaching

Literacy instruction

Differentiated instruction

Parent communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, or a related field

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Middle School Language and Arts Teacher - St. Ambrose

St Louis, MO, US, 63110-3110

The Archdiocese of St. Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St. Louis area. Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St. Louis.

Job Summary

St. Ambrose Catholic School is seeking a dynamic, vibrant, caring and qualified middle school teacher. The Middle School Language Arts Teacher is responsible for developing students’ skills in reading, writing, speaking, and critical thinking for grades 6–8. As a member of a Catholic school community, the teacher integrates faith, values, and Catholic teachings into instruction while fostering a supportive and respectful classroom environment.

Job Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver engaging Language Arts instruction aligned with state standards and diocesan guidelines
• Teach reading comprehension, literary analysis, grammar, vocabulary, and writing (narrative, informational, and argumentative)
• Select and teach age-appropriate literature, including novels, short stories, poetry, and nonfiction
• Encourage critical thinking through discussion, writing assignments, and projects
• Assess student progress regularly and adjust instruction based on data
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs
• Integrate Catholic values and teachings into lessons where appropriate
• Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment rooted in respect and responsibility
• Communicate effectively with parents/guardians regarding student progress
• Collaborate with colleagues and participate in faculty meetings and school initiatives
• Support and participate in the faith life of the school

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Education, English, or a related field
• Valid teaching certification (middle school or secondary ELA preferred; requirements vary by diocese)
• Experience teaching or working with middle school students
• Strong knowledge of literacy instruction and writing development

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status. Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening. The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment. Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.

Our Mission

We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.

Work/life balance is so important to the archdiocese. After all, our business is about making life easier and better—and we want that for you and your career just as much as our consumers and their day-to-day lives. That’s why we offer flexible working times, remote working options, generous paid vacation increasing with service, and personal leaves of absence.

As well as being able to make the most of life at home, you’ll also be able to contribute to the Archdiocese sponsored volunteer events. You can discover more about who we’re working with near you, and you can always ask us more about this at events and interviews—we love to see how passionate our people are about giving back.