Hours per week: 40 hours per week
Position Summary:
St. Patrick Catholic School is seeking an elementary teacher. This person would be a passionate and knowledgeable educator with a strong foundation in elementary content and pedagogy. Elementary teachers are responsible for the instruction of all core subjects. The ideal candidate will support the school’s mission statement by fostering a love of learning and developing confident, critical-thinking students through engaging and rigorous instruction.
Saint Patrick Catholic School in Fayetteville, N.C., is a PreK-8th grade school with over 85 continuous years of providing a solid Catholic school education to thousands of children of all backgrounds. Saint Patrick maintains a valued tradition of academic excellence; providing a challenging, yet positive, learning environment to support the academic, technological, and social preparedness to each of their 250 students.
Key responsibilities:
- Plan and execute lessons based on the Diocese of Raleigh curriculum for appropriate grade-level.
- Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of learners and ensure all students are appropriately challenged and supported.
- Create a positive classroom environment that encourages social, emotional, and academic growth.
- Design and administer formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress and guide instruction.
- Integrate technology and hands-on activities into lessons to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff.
- Accept the mission of the school as articulated at the school level.
- Support the educational mission, philosophy, goals, and objectives of the school.
- Maintain regular communication with parents and administration about student progress and classroom expectations.
- Serve as a missionary disciple and contribute to a faith-filled, positive school culture that values academic excellence, spiritual growth, and community building.
Minimum Requirements:
- Candidate should possess at least a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education or a related field.
- Candidate should hold a NC teaching license in Elementary Education, or eligibility to obtain licensure.
- Employment is contingent upon applicant satisfactorily passing criminal background and reference checks
- Must complete diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training.
- Candidate should have three or more years experience teaching in an elementary school setting.
- Familiarity with current best practices in instruction, including standards-based learning and assessment.
- Practicing Catholic in good standing with the Church preferred.
Position Start Date: August 2026