(2026-2027) 7th Grade Teacher, Sacred Heart School

Diocese of Allentown•West Reading, PA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Sacred Heart School is seeking a full-time, exempt 7th Grade Homeroom Teacher for the 26-27 school year. The teacher will be responsible for developing and implementing lesson plans that cater to individual student needs, fostering a safe and conducive learning environment, and promoting student success. This role involves actively instructing 6-8th grade students in Reading and English language arts, managing the classroom, communicating with families, and guiding students in their faith development.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Education or equivalent.
Hold or be eligible for a PA Middle-Level certificate.
Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check (No greater than 1 year old).
Attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.
Communicate effectively with parents, students, and co-workers in a positive and enthusiastic manner.
Possess an understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to students.
Possess an understanding of the supervision of employees and the communication skills necessary to relate to adult employees and volunteers.
Ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.
Able to maintain a high level of energy.
Ability to respond calmly to overwhelming and difficult situations.
Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality, a high degree of credibility, integrity, and self-confidence.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Actively supervise students in hallways, cafeteria, bus areas, and at special events, ensuring safety and security.
Rotate with staff on student arrival and dismissal.
Provide academic subject instruction by preparing lesson plans, activities, projects, and assignments.
Evaluate student performances in class and on tests and provide feedback.
Maintain fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance.
Grade papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately.
Maintain and engage in professional growth, adhere to professional standards, and demonstrate professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership.
Cooperate and collaborate with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Identify materials needed to implement class activities/projects.
Communicate with students and parents regularly about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs.
Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences.
Regularly check email and update web pages as required.
Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge for an effective educational foundation.
Organize daily class time and develop weekly lessons with appropriate instructional materials.
Provide appropriate, detailed instructions/plans for a substitute teacher in the event of absence.
Demonstrate knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools.
Evaluate each student's progress and keep appropriate records.
Prepare, administer, score, and record results of tests in evaluating student progress.
Prepare progress reports and report cards.
Maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
Follow all Allentown Diocese policies.
Establish and maintain appropriate student supervision for a safe, orderly, effective, and productive environment.
Uphold Sacred Heart School's discipline procedures.
Maintain an orderly classroom stocked with appropriate supplies.
Supervise and manage students' behavior to foster a positive and healthy learning environment.
Attend all required in-service training meetings and workshops.
Attend and participate in faculty meetings.
Actively be involved in the school community, including attending school events, activities, and fundraisers.
Perform any other duties assigned by the Principal.