Elementary Classroom Teacher 3rd Grade

Job Title:CLASSROOM TEACHER
Date Revised:   October 1, 2026    
Reports to:        Head of School
Location:           Saint Theresa Catholic School
                          Sugar Land, TX 77498
                          https://sttheresacatholicschool.org/
 

Saint Theresa Catholic School (STCS) is a Catholic classical school in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston serving students in Pre-Kindergarten through 8th Grade. STCS is a member of the Institute for Catholic Liberal Education and has been named a 2020 National Blue Ribbon School. The school is fully committed to providing an education that unites the wisdom of the classical tradition with a firm foundation in Catholic faith and morals. Located in Sugar Land, Texas, Saint Theresa Catholic School offers a rigorous liberal arts program with a strong emphasis on Latin, the study of Western Civilization, and the fine arts. In keeping with its mission, the school strives to form students who have a genuine love of God and the Church and who grow in prudence, compassion, kindness, courage, and generosity in service to others.

General Position Summary:

Under the supervision of the Head of School, the classical Classroom Teacher is responsible for teaching the humanities—Religion, Literature, History, Reading, and Grammar— and Mathematics according to the principles of Catholic classical education. The teacher shares in the work of forming students in wisdom and virtue by integrating faith and reason, presenting both the humanities and mathematics as ordered disciplines that reflect truth, goodness, and beauty, and leading students through the Western intellectual tradition toward a deeper understanding of God's creation. 

The Teacher plans and delivers instruction aligned with the school's classical curriculum, creates an orderly and joyful learning environment, attends to individual student needs, and communicates effectively with parents and administration.

The Teacher has decision-making responsibilities within essential job functions in keeping with school policies. 

This position is hired and evaluated by the Head of School.

Essential Job Functions:

• Support and uphold the mission, philosophy, and Catholic identity of Saint Theresa Catholic School and the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
• Live a life consistent with Catholic values and Gospel principles
• Serve as a visible witness to the teachings of the Catholic Church through personal conduct and professional responsibilities
• Participate actively in the faith life of the school community
• Plan and deliver instruction aligned with the school's classical curriculum, adopted scope and sequence, and instructional standards
• Integrate faith and reason across the curriculum in accordance with the principles of Catholic classical education
• Utilize effective instructional strategies and varied assessment tools to support student learning and growth
• Maintain accurate records of grades, attendance, and student progress in accordance with school policy and the FACTS system
• Establish and maintain a safe, orderly, and respectful classroom environment that promotes learning and growth in virtue
• Communicate professionally, clearly, and proactively with parents and administration regarding student progress, expectations, and concerns
• Supervise students during instructional and non-instructional activities as assigned

Important Job Functions:

• Teach the humanities and related subjects using age-appropriate classical pedagogy to grade levels assigned
• Support student learning through differentiated instruction and appropriate accommodations when needed
• Collaborate with colleagues to support curriculum development, instructional planning, and student success
• Encourage student growth in virtue, responsibility, gratitude, empathy, and respect for others
• Participate in school liturgies, parish events, and activities essential to the role
• Engage in ongoing professional learning related to classical education and best instructional practices
• Grow in personal faith life through continued study, prayer, reflection, and participation in faith formation opportunities
• Participate fully in faculty meetings, professional development, committees, and assigned school initiatives
• Adhere to all school and Archdiocesan policies including confidentiality, code of conduct, and professional expectations
• Demonstrate professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits

Religion Certification Requirement

• Teachers are required to obtain and maintain Catechist-level certification in Religious Instruction as required by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston
• Teachers not currently certified must demonstrate a willingness to begin and complete certification within the timeframe established by the school and Archdiocese

Additional Duties

• Perform all other related duties as assigned by the Head of School or designee

Supervision Given and/or Received:

• Reports directly to the Head of School

Internal Contacts:

• Effectively communicates with administration, faculty, and staff

External Contacts:

• Effectively communicates with parents, volunteers, parish staff, and members of the broader school community, as well as other schools, churches and employees throughout the Archdiocese. 

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage high to moderate levels of stress
• Required to teach a full-time schedule
• Required to work in standard classroom and school conditions
• Required to lift or carry classroom supplies, textbooks, furniture, and equipment
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of emotion
• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak on a daily basis
• Ability to lift and carry classroom materials and supplies up to approximately 35 pounds
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, writing, and reading
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations including those with noise, activity, and inclement weather 

Travel Requirements:

• No travel required other than field trips 

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree from an accredited college or university in Humanities or related discipline applicable to teaching assignments.
• Meets the minimum requirements for teaching field as set forth by the Archdiocese and TCCED 

Knowledge and Skills Preferred:

• Knowledge of the basic teachings of the Catholic Church
• Knowledge of subjects taught, instructional methods/strategies, and curriculum differentiation
• Knowledge of child development, learning, and behavior
• Able to manage student behavior in classroom setting
• Able to communicate effectively in both written and verbal form
• Able to work well with others in the school community
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Skill in pacing and differentiating instruction
• Skill in motivating and engaging students in the learning process
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
• Skill in job appropriate technology
• Skill in critical thinking and planning

FLSA Designation:  Exempt                                              

School Classification: Full-time