Middle School Math Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Kearney (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady Lourdes Catholic School seeks a passionate Middle School Math Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The role includes teaching math to grades 7 and 8 and integrating Catholic values into the curriculum, fostering a supportive environment for students.

Qualifications

• Valid state teaching certification or working toward certification is required.
• Teaching experience in middle school math preferred.
• Practicing Catholic in good standing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging lessons aligned with standards.
• Teach math subjects including pre-algebra, algebra I, and geometry.
• Assess student progress and communicate regularly with parents.

Skills

Classroom Management

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Education or Mathematics

Job description

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The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Phillppine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.

Job Summary

Our Lady Lourdes Catholic School, Washington, Missouri a faith-centered Catholic school committed to academic excellence and moral development, is seeking a passionate and qualified Middle School Math Teacher for the 2025-2026 school year. The ideal candidate will teach math to students in grades 7 and 8 and support the mission of the school by integrating Catholic values into the curriculum and classroom environment. The candidate hired would also need to be able to teach Religion to 7th graders.

Job Responsibilities

Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging and developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with diocesan and state standards.

Teach math subjects including but not limited to pre-algebra, algebra I, geometry, and problem-solving strategies.

Create a classroom environment that fosters critical thinking, collaboration, and a love of learning.

Assess student progress through a variety of methods and communicate regularly with students and parents.

Use technology to enhance instruction and engage learners.

Collaborate with other teachers and staff in planning cross-curricular activities and school events.

Incorporate Catholic teachings and values in daily interactions, classroom discussions, and lesson content.

Maintain a safe, respectful, and supportive classroom atmosphere rooted in Gospel values.

Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, liturgies, and school community activities.

Uphold and enforce school policies and procedures.

Job Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Education, Mathematics, or related field

Valid state teaching certification or working toward certification.

Teaching experience in middle school math preferred.

Practicing Catholic in good standing (preferred, may be required depending on diocese).

Strong classroom management, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Commitment to Catholic education and willingness to foster faith formation in students.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formationis 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.