(2026-2027) English Language Arts Teacher, St. Joseph the Worker School

Diocese of Allentown•Orefield, PA

8d•Onsite

About The Position

St. Joseph the Worker School, part of the Diocese of Allentown, is seeking an English Language Arts (ELA) Teacher for the 2026-2027 school year. This is a full-time, exempt position reporting to the School Principal. The ELA Teacher will be responsible for instructing middle school students in ELA, creating lesson plans, assigning and grading homework, managing the classroom, communicating with families, and preparing students for standardized tests. The role requires demonstrating knowledge of the curriculum, educational research, and technological tools to cater to diverse learning styles and achieve measurable outcomes. The teacher will also ensure a safe and orderly learning environment, uphold school discipline procedures, and supervise students in various school settings. Maintaining fair and accurate grading and attendance policies, promptly grading assignments, and communicating regularly with students and parents are key responsibilities. The position also involves preparing progress reports and report cards, maintaining confidentiality, adhering to school and diocesan policies, and engaging in professional growth. Collaboration with other staff, attendance at in-service training and faculty meetings, and performing other assigned duties are also expected. Employees are expected to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Catholic Church and maintain a lifestyle in conformity with its teachings.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in English, Education, or related.
Candidates must hold or be eligible for PA Middle-Level English certificate or Secondary English certificate.
Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old.)
Attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.
Previous experience working with children.
An understanding of child development and the skills necessary to relate to the students being taught.
The ability to handle classroom situations with fairness and patience.
Good writing skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and teachers.

Responsibilities

Teaches knowledge and skills in ELA to middle school students through appropriate learning activities that relate English and grammar to the physical world.
Demonstrates knowledge of the prescribed curriculum, current educational research, and technological tools to address student learning styles and achieve meaningful and measurable outcomes by the designed lesson plan.
Actively establishes and maintains appropriate student supervision so that students have a safe, orderly, effective, and productive environment.
Upholds St. Joseph the Worker School's discipline procedures.
Actively supervises students in hallways before, after, and between classes, in a library, in the cafeteria, in bus areas, and at special events, ensuring safety and security.
Organizes daily class time so that instruction can be accomplished within the allotted time; develops weekly lessons with the appropriate instructional materials; provides appropriate, detailed instructions/plans for a substitute teacher in the event of absence.
Maintains fair, accurate, and timely grading policies, procedures, and attendance.
Regularly checks email and updates web pages as required through the technology system provided by the school.
Grades papers, assignments, and assessments promptly and accurately.
Communicate with students and parents regularly about schedules, assignments, events, and individual student needs.
Meet with parents during parent-teacher conferences throughout the school year.
Evaluate each student's progress in ELA knowledge and skills; keep appropriate records; prepare, administer, score, and record results of tests in evaluating student progress; prepare progress reports and report cards.
Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters including social media and online platforms.
Follow all St. Joseph the Worker School and Allentown Diocese policies as per the teacher's handbook.
Maintains and engages in professional growth, adheres to professional standards, and demonstrates professional ethics, sound judgment, and leadership.
Cooperates and collaborates with other staff members in planning instructional goals, objectives, and methods.
Attends all required in-service training meetings and workshops.
Attends and participates in faculty meetings.
Performs other duties assigned by Principal.