What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher K-8 position at St. Francis Xavier Catholic School?
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School, “Where Faith and Knowledge Flourish.”
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is the oldest private school in Brunswick,
GA. For 125 years, it has continuously provided a solid Catholic education to
thousands of children of all backgrounds and maintains a valued tradition of
academic excellence.
Established in 1900 by the Sisters of St. Joseph, it is located on the
beautiful Georgia coast of Glynn County, midway between Savannah, GA., and
Jacksonville, FL. The Brunswick community, known as the Golden Isles, boasts
sunny beaches, year-round gorgeous weather, and laid-back Southern
hospitality.
Christ is the reason for our school, where the whole child is educated
through academic excellence, spiritual formation, service to others, and
co-curricular activities. Faculty and staff provide a rigorous yet positive
learning environment to support the educational, spiritual, technological,
and social preparedness of each student in PS3-8th grade.
St. Francis Xavier Catholic School is part of the Diocese of Savannah and is
accredited by Cognia Global Commission, the parent company of the Southern
Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
We are seeking skilled and engaging teachers for an
anticipated opening for the 2025-2026 school year.
Key responsibilities:
- Integrate values and attitudes that guide students in evaluating and
applying content in the light of Gospel teachings.
- Effectively implement a grade-level appropriate curriculum and
demonstrate mastery of subject-area content based upon the Diocese of
Savannah Standards and Instruction.
- Explore standards and objectives from the Diocese of Savannah curricula
through cross-curricular connections and design rigorous instructional plans
that include higher-order thinking skills and the acquisition of deeper
content knowledge.
- Incorporate the seamless integration of technology and naturally infuse
21st Century skills in lessons that support the school’s instructional
program and goals.
- Develop and implement hands-on learning experiences using research-based
instruction - including effective small group instruction - and design
rigorous assessments to assess multiple levels of content and skills.
- Exhibit a strong sense of personal accountability for student achievement
and high expectations for student learning.
- Cultivate ongoing communication and positive relationships with parents,
students, colleagues, and administration.
- Contribute to a positive Catholic school culture driven by continuous
professional and spiritual growth, the striving for academic excellence, and
a commitment to collegial collaboration.
Minimum Requirements:
- Minimum level of Education: Bachelor’s degree in education.
- 2 or more years of classroom experience related to education/teaching.
- Hold a current Middle Grades or Secondary GA Teaching License or an
out-of-state equivalent license.
- Evidence of continuing education, professional, and catechetical
- Employment is contingent upon the applicant satisfactorily passing
criminal background and reference checks.
- Must complete the Diocese of Savannah Virtus Training.
Preferred Qualifications:
Position Start Date: 07/29/2025
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $25,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
Physical Setting:
- Private school
- Religious school
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25,000 - $50,000