Upper Elementary Teacher

St. Patrick Elementary, Portland; Portland (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Patrick School in Portland, Michigan is seeking an upper elementary teacher who can work cooperatively with staff to carry out the mission of the school and educate students in a faith-filled environment.

The successful candidate must hold a current Michigan K–5 or K–8 teaching certificate, be Virtus trained or willing to complete Virtus training, and demonstrate strong communication and organizational skills.

Qualifications

• Be a practicing Catholic aligned with Catholic Church teachings.
• Hold a current Michigan K–5 or K–8 Teaching Certificate.
• Virtus trained or willing to complete Virtus training on hire.
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Exhibit strong organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving abilities.
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, faculty and staff.

Responsibilities

• Teach upper elementary in alignment with St. Patrick School mission.
• Work cooperatively with staff to integrate faith and technology into instruction.
• Maintain professional communication with families and administrators.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative relationships

Problem-solving

Classroom management

Education

Michigan K–5 or K–8 Teaching Certificate

Job description

Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids Schools St. Patrick Elementary, Portland - Portland, Michigan Open in Google Maps

Upper Elementary Teacher

Catholic Diocese of Grand Rapids Schools St. Patrick Elementary, Portland - Portland, Michigan Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Diocese of Grand Rapids Catholic Schools

Job Details

Job ID: 5766702

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Aug 19, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

St. Patrick School is currently accepting applications for an upper elementary teacher. The successful candidates must be able to work cooperatively with staff to carry out the mission of St. Patrick Catholic School. They must be highly qualified with a current Michigan teaching certificate and comfortable with integrating faith and technology into instruction.

Required Qualifications

• Be a practicing Catholic who lives in accordance with the teachings of the Magisterium of the Catholic Church
• Hold a current Michigan K–5 or K–8 Teaching Certificate
• Be Virtus trained or willing to complete Virtus training upon hire
• Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
• Exhibit strong organizational, multi-tasking, and problem-solving abilities
• Foster positive and collaborative relationships with students, parents, faculty, staff, and administrators through professional and effective communication
• Possess a thorough understanding of educational laws, policies, and ethical standards and consistently apply them in practice
• Demonstrate a strong knowledge of effective instructional strategies, teaching methodologies, and classroom best practices
• Show a commitment to academic excellence, student growth, and the mission of Catholic education

Application Deadline: Open until filled.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories

Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Casey Lenneman
• 122 West Street
• Portland, Michigan 48875
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]