Middle School Language Arts/Reading Teacher | St. James Catholic School

DIOCESE OF SAVANNAH; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salaried with benefits

Job summary

A local educational institution in Savannah is seeking a certified Middle School Language Arts/Reading Teacher to teach fifth grade. This full-time position starts August 1, 2026, and requires a current certification in Georgia, VIRTUS training, and successful completion of a background check. The ideal candidate should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, experience teaching, and the ability to develop a positive learning environment. Benefits included.

Qualifications

• Dynamic, certified educator to teach fifth grade Language Arts/Reading.
• Current Virtus training or willingness to complete it before start.
• Background check and fingerprints required.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills expected.
• Proficiency with computers and various school software; willingness to learn school programs.

Responsibilities

• Teach fifth grade Language Arts/Reading curriculum aligned with school standards.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Facility with computers

Education

Current certification in GA or another state

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Middle School Language Arts/Reading Teacher | St. James Catholic School

Full time, 7:30 – 3:45 Monday to Friday
Salaried with benefits
Position begins August 1, 2026

Saint James Catholic School is seeking a dynamic, certified, professional educator to teach in fifth grade for the upcoming school year.

Responsibilities

• Teach fifth grade Language Arts/Reading curriculum in alignment with school standards for the upcoming school year.

Requirements

• Current certification in GA or another state
• Current Virtus training or ability to complete safe environment training prior to start
• Background check, fingerprints required
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Facility with computers and various computer programs, including Microsoft Office Suite; willingness to learn and use school programs

The Ideal Candidate Would

• have some experience teaching
• have a professional demeanor and positive attitude
• develop and maintain a positive learning environment
• work well independently, but also collaboratively with others
• use data to set goals, action plans, and instruction

NOTE

VIRTUS training and a criminal background check are required for hiring at parishes and the Diocese of Savannah.