Third Grade Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School in University City is seeking a dedicated Third Grade Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. The school serves over 300 students from Preschool through 8th grade and is part of The Archdiocese of St.

Louis Catholic Education and Formation. You will join a supportive team focusing on academic excellence, faith formation, and student growth in a Catholic, collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid teaching certificate/certification.
• Experience with K-3 is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Differentiate instruction to meet a wide variety of learners.
• Collaborate with partner teachers and specialists to support student learning.
• Provide faith-based instruction in a Catholic school setting.

Skills

Differentiated instruction

Collaborative teaching

Catholic education

Education

Teaching certification/licensure

Job description

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 of Lourdes Catholic School in University City is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Third Grade Teacher for the 2026–2027 school year. Our Lady of Lourdes is a vibrant and growing Catholic school community serving over 300 students in Preschool through 8th Grade. We are committed to fostering academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of the whole child in a welcoming and collaborative environment. The successful candidate will join a supportive team of educators that includes learning consultants, specialized instructors, and partner teachers, all working together to promote student learning and success in a dynamic Catholic setting.

Qualifications and Responsibilities:

• Ability to differentiate instruction to meet the needs of a wide variety of learners
• Demonstrated skills in collaborative teaching and teamwork with partner teachers and specialists
• Commitment to Catholic education and faith-based instruction
• Valid educational certification required

Join a faith-filled community where students are known, valued, and challenged to grow academically and spiritually.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation 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.