Teacher- St Peter the Apostle Catholic School

Olgcstx; Boerne (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Holidays/Holy Days

403b Retirement

401(a) Pension Plan

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Employee Assistance Program

Short-term/Long-term Disability

Job summary

Olgcstx is seeking dedicated, faith-filled teachers for St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School in Boerne, Texas, to cultivate a love for learning and the Catholic faith among students. The school opened in the fall of 2025, serving students from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th grade, with plans to expand to 7th grade.

Applicants should have a Bachelor's degree and 2+ years of teaching experience. Responsibilities include developing lessons, fostering student growth, and maintaining effective communication with parents and colleagues.

Qualifications

• Practicing Catholic in good standing.
• 2+ years of teaching experience preferred.
• Knowledge of classical education or desire to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support philosophy of Catholic classical education.
• Develop lessons aligned with Catholic curriculum.
• Maintain accurate student records.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Technology proficiency

Job description

Description

Employment Status

Full-time

FLSA Status

Exempt (unless specified otherwise)

Reports to

Principal

Benefits

• Full-time benefits may include: Paid Holidays/Holy Days, 403b Retirement, 401 (a) Pension Plan, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Employee Assistance Program, Short-term/Long-term Disability.
• Benefits may vary based on employment status and location.

Summary

St. Peter the Apostle Catholic School is seeking dedicated, faith-filled teachers who desire to cultivate a love of learning and a love of the Lord in their students through the beauty of the Catholic intellectual tradition. Having opened in the fall of 2025 with PK3-6th grade, we plan both to expand through 7th grade and increase the number of class sections in earlier grade levels this coming school year. Teachers will be immediately responsible to the principal for the carrying out of policies of the school and the Archdiocese of San Antonio as they relate to the function of the school, the classroom, and immediate contact with students and parents.

Position Responsibilities

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic classical education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by joyfully modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the policies and procedures of the school and of the Archdiocese of San Antonio, including the Religious Standards for Catholic School Employees
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school matters
• Adheres to safety training and protocols on a daily basis; ensures the safety and well-being of self and others
• Adheres to the Code of Conduct and the Faith and Moral Policy
• Takes a solution-oriented approach in their interactions and undertakings
• Acts as a team player; promotes collaboration and commitment to the mission, vision, and culture of the school
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Performs other duties as assigned

Planning & Instruction

• Develops and implements lessons aligned with Catholic classical curriculum and pedagogy; meets campus-wide lesson planning requirements
• Presents subject matter according to guidelines established by Texas Education Agency, Department of Catholic Schools (DCS), and administrative regulations
• Collaborates with other faculty to determine instructional goals, objectives, and methods according to DCS requirements
• Makes learning accessible for all students by incorporating accommodations and modifications into lessons as applicable
• Creates a classroom environment of joyful order to allow fruitful learning to take place
• Conducts ongoing assessment of student learning and uses results to plan instructional activities
• Plans and supervises assignments of teacher aide(s) and/or volunteer(s), if applicable
• Assists in selection of books, equipment, and other instructional materials as required

Student Growth & Development

• Coaches students to develop moral and intellectual virtue
• Supports student behavior in accordance with Student Code of Conduct and student handbook
• Supervises students during non‑instructional periods of the day (i.e., recess, dismissal, etc.) and during school‑sponsored activities (i.e., field trips, academic celebrations, etc.)
• Assumes responsibility for extracurricular activities as assigned

Communication & Organization

• Maintains an accurate, up‑to‑date, gradebook and periodically provides both narrative evaluations and overall grades for students
• Establishes and maintains open communication with parents, students, principal, and fellow faculty members
• Maintains a professional relationship with colleagues, students, parents, and community members
• Uses effective communication skills to present information accurately and clearly
• Compiles, maintains, and files all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents as required
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities

Professional Development

• Participates in faculty development activities to grow in love of the Catholic intellectual tradition and the ability to enact a Catholic classical curriculum with excellence
• Attends and participates in weekly faculty meetings; serves on staff committees as required
• Keeps informed of and complies with DCS regulations and policies for classroom teachers

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

Education & Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree
• 2+ years teaching experience preferred

License and Credentials

• 12 credit hours in education courses or a valid, appropriate state certificate, as outlined in the Texas Catholic Conference Education Department standards
• Technology proficiency in the areas of word processing, spreadsheets, databases, and internet use for educational purposes and multimedia presentations
• Demonstrated competency in the subject assigned area(s)
• Must pass archdiocesan Safe Environment Requirements and background screening

Minimum Knowledge and Skills

• Practicing Catholic in good standing
• Knowledge of classical education OR a desire to learn about and implement a Catholic classical curriculum
• Subject‑matter knowledge
• Ability to instruct students and help them meet academic and behavioral expectations
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Organized, self‑motivated, and able to work well independently and on a team
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good critical thinking and problem‑solving skills
• May be required to work some weekends and nights
• Required to work a minimum of a full school day

This is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, or working conditions associated with the job. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, school leadership reserves the right to revise as needed.

The Archdiocese of San Antonio is an Equal Opportunity Employer