6th Grade Teacher

School Name: Nazareth School

Location: 10728 San Diego Mission Rd, San Diego, CA 92108

Reports to: Principal

Employment Type: Full time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule: typically Monday–Friday from 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with occasional evenings for events, meetings, and professional development.

Pay Rate: $49,000 - $55,000 per year

As Nazareth School – San Diego’s Sixth Grade Teacher, you’ll join our vibrant school community where you'll inspire young minds in a supportive, faith-filled environment. This role offers the opportunity to cultivate academic excellence, social growth, and spiritual development, aligning with California State Standards and Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards. You’ll bring learning to life through engaging lessons, technology integration, and differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of students.

Founded in 1927, Nazareth School is nestled on beautiful grounds next to Nazareth House in Mission Valley, San Diego, near the historic Mission Basilica San Diego de Alcalá. As part of the global network of institutions operated by the Sisters of Nazareth, we are committed to preparing students for success in higher education within a nurturing, values-driven community. Guided by the Nazareth Way, we foster a supportive environment that embodies respect, hospitality, love, justice, compassion, and patience, helping children grow academically and spiritually.

For more information about the company, please visit our website: https://www.nazarethschool.org/

What You’ll Do:

• Develop and implement lesson plans aligned with California State and Diocese Religion Standards to support student learning.
• Create an engaging classroom environment that fosters academic, social, and emotional growth while maintaining effective classroom management strategies.
• Integrate hands-on activities and educational technology (e.g., Google Classroom, IXL Learning) to enhance student learning experiences.
• Use formative and summative assessments to track student progress and communicate results to parents through reports and conferences.
• Lead daily prayers and integrate Catholic teachings into classroom activities, including planning class Masses.
• Collaborate with colleagues and communicate with parents through newsletters, meetings, and conferences.
• Participate in leadership initiatives such as WCEA/WASC committees, faculty support, hiring processes, and organizing the school schedule.

What You’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or a related field.
• Cleared California Credential, preferred multi-subject (or ability to obtain).
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
• Practicing Catholic with a strong understanding of Catholic values (preferred)
• Two or more years of teaching experience in an elementary education setting, preferably within a Catholic or faith-based school
• Proficiency in developing and implementing lesson plans aligned with California State Standards and Diocese of San Diego Religion Standards.
• Strong classroom management skills and the ability to foster a positive and engaging learning environment.
• Expertise in differentiating instruction to support diverse learning styles and abilities.
• Ability to collect, analyze, and use student data to inform instructional decisions.
• Proficiency in educational technology tools, including Google Classroom, IXL Learning, Accelerated Learning, Wonders ELA Program, and Sadler Vocabulary.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to effectively engage with students, parents, and colleagues.
• Understanding of Catholic school philosophy and the ability to integrate religious teachings into the curriculum.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality, manage time effectively, and respond promptly to communication.

What Nazareth School – San Diego Offers You:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage
• Supplemental Term Life Insurance
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
• Lay Employees’ Pension Plan
• 403b Retirement Savings Plan
• Paid Sick Leave
• Voluntary Wellness Leave
• 6 paid Holidays
• Classroom Reimbursement
• Professional development opportunities

Please note that these are just some potential examples, and the specific benefits and perks offered may vary based on the position and location.

Physical Requirements:

To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the teacher must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing in the classroom. While standing the teacher will frequently hold objects they are working with or demonstrating
• Sit on an occasional basis when developing lesson plans, grading, etc.
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Nazareth School, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.