Teacher, English Language Arts, Middle School (EX)(2026-2027)- St. John Regional, Frederick MD

Archdiocese of Baltimore•Frederick, MD

6d•Onsite

About The Position

St. John Regional Catholic School is seeking a highly skilled individual to serve as a Middle School ELA Teacher for 7th and 8th grades. We provide a Catholic education through excellent academic and extracurricular programs that promote leadership, achievement, and service within the Church and community. The teacher creates a positive, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports the academic, social, and spiritual growth of all students.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
MSDE teacher certification in Education, or a willingness to obtain it.
Knowledge of curriculum design and the principles and practices of effective pedagogy.
Proficiency in using a variety of technology tools during daily lessons, as well as to enrich and differentiate instruction.
Employment is contingent upon acceptable results of a state and federal fingerprint background check, completion of VIRTUS training, and submission of all required paperwork.
Ability to support and uphold Catholic moral and social teaching and the mission of SJRCS (practicing Catholic preferred).
Demonstrated ability to operate with a growth mindset and seek opportunities for feedback.

Nice To Haves

Classroom teaching experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

Uphold all Archdiocese of Baltimore (AOB) and school policies, procedures, and expectations while maintaining high professional and Catholic standards.
Plan and deliver engaging instruction aligned with AOB and Maryland State Standards, using a variety of techniques to motivate and challenge students.
Create a positive, organized, student-centered classroom environment that supports academic, social, and spiritual growth.
Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learning needs and integrate G Suite for Education and other digital tools to support a 21st‑century learning environment.
Maintain accurate attendance, grading, and student records, and communicate consistently with parents, students, and administration.
Implement PBIS strategies and ensure active supervision and safety of students at all times, including assigned duties before, during, and after school.
Support the Catholic identity of the school through participation in liturgies, prayer, faith‑based activities, and the integration of Catholic values across the curriculum.
Collaborate effectively with colleagues, staff, and administration; participate in faculty meetings, committees, professional development, and in‑service learning.
Attend required school events such as Back‑to‑School Nights, Open Houses, and Parent‑Teacher Conferences.
Prepare and submit lesson plans with clear objectives and maintain an engaging, organized classroom environment.
Assist with school‑wide initiatives and responsibilities as assigned by administration.
Maintain confidentiality regarding students, families, and staff while modeling the values and ideals of the Catholic Church.