What are the responsibilities and job description for the St. Mary's Nativity 3rd Grade Teacher position at ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH DIOCESE OF HOUMA THIBODAUX?
About Us:
St. Mary's Nativity School, nestled in the heart of Raceland, Louisiana, is a beacon of faith, community, and academic excellence. We are a close-knit, rural Catholic school where students thrive in a nurturing environment that fosters both intellectual and spiritual growth. Our 3rd grade class, blessed with bright and well-behaved students, is ready for a dedicated educator to guide them on their next exciting learning journey. We seek a teacher to continue the third grade’s legacy of care and excellence.
Are You the Guide We're Seeking?
Do you have a passion for shaping young minds and hearts? Are you eager to join a school community where virtue and academic achievement go hand-in-hand? Do you thrive in a collaborative environment where you can make a real difference? If so, St. Mary's Nativity School invites you to apply for our 3rd-grade teaching position!
What You'll Do:
Inspire and Educate: Deliver engaging and effective lessons in all core subjects, fostering a love of learning and critical thinking skills.
Nurture Virtue and Character: Reinforce the school's commitment to developing students' moral and ethical compass, integrating Catholic values into daily instruction.
Collaborate for Success: Work closely with a dedicated teaching assistant to provide personalized attention and support to each student.
Create a Positive Learning Environment: Maintain a well-managed, respectful, and joyful classroom where all students feel valued and empowered.
Build Strong Relationships: Communicate effectively with parents, faculty, and administration to support student growth and development.
Celebrate Individual Differences: Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse needs of all learners.
Continue a Legacy of Excellence: Uphold the high standards and compassionate teaching that are exemplified.
What You Bring:
A Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education (or related field).
A valid Louisiana teaching certification (or eligibility to obtain one).
Experience teaching elementary-level students, preferably in 3rd grade.
A commitment to Catholic education and a willingness to integrate faith into teaching.
Patience, enthusiasm, and a genuine love for children.
Strong classroom management skills.
The ability to work well with a teacher's assistant.
What We Offer:
A supportive and collaborative community.
A classroom of well-behaved and eager learners.
The opportunity to work with a dedicated teaching assistant.
A welcoming, faith-filled environment.
Competitive salary and benefits, including a wellness program.
A place where teachers practice their faith at work.
The joy of being part of a school that truly feels like family.
Join Our Devoted Community!
If you're ready to make a lasting impact on the lives of our 3rd-grade students and become a cherished member of our St. Mary's Nativity family, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume, cover letter, and references through NetRecruiter.
St. Mary's Nativity School: Where Faith and Knowledge Flourish Together.
The Diocese of Houma-Thibodaux is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees by reason of race, color, religion*, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information of any other basis prohibited by applicable law.
- The Diocese, in its sole discretion, reserves the right to require "practicing Catholic" to be a qualification for a position.
For consideration please submit application, cover letter and resume for the position in which you are applying.
Applications for this position will be accepted until the position is filled.
