Middle School English Teacher

Description:

St. Clare of Assisi Catholic school is seeking a full-time middle school English teacher for the 2026-2027 school year.

St. Clare of Assisi is a K-8 school located in the picturesque Rocky Mountains, near Vail, Colorado. As part of the Archdiocese of Denver, we serve the community in Eagle County.

We are committed to fostering a faithful Catholic formation, rooted in the strong intellectual tradition of the Church and grounded in virtue. We are blessed to be able to offer a competitive salary. Parish housing also may be available for this position.

On-staff mentorship is offered for new teachers. This teacher will lead middle school students in reading challenging literary texts and teach them effective skills in written expression and grammar. Strong candidates will share their love of the English language in such a way as to invite students into a challenging interdisciplinary curriculum rooted in truth.

Our school is staffed and administered by the Religious Sisters of Mercy of Alma Michigan (www.almamercy.org). Interested candidates please contact Sister Mary Noel, RSM, at sistermarynoel@stclareparish.com.

Requirements:

• Uphold Catholic Identity: Teach and act in alignment with the doctrinal and moral teachings of the Catholic Church, and uphold the mission, philosophy, and policies of Saint Clare of Assisi Catholic School.
• Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: Plan and deliver grade-appropriate lessons following the Archdiocese of Denver curriculum. Teach students effective methods of reading, writing, and grammar while using curricula provided by the school as applicable.
• Professional Development & Compliance: Participate in required training and professional development and engage in annual performance reviews.
• Classroom Management & School Duties: Ensure a safe and orderly learning environment, maintain accurate records, follow safety procedures, respect confidentiality, and perform assigned duties such as recess and lunchroom supervision. Serve as homeroom teacher if applicable.

Competencies and Qualifications

• Be a fully initiated Catholic who lives according to Church teachings and has a desire to teach others in the faith.
• Professional Qualifications: At least a Bachelor's degree, preferably with a background in Literature, English or another related field.
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills: Demonstrate effective communication, sound judgment, cooperation with staff, and the ability to relate well to students and to implement effective classroom management techniques.
• Compliance and Safety: Knowledge of safety procedures, willingness to implement them, and successful completion of a criminal background check with positive references.

Education and Experience

• Requires a minimum of a bachelor’s degree, preferably in Literature, English, or another related field.
• Compliance with Safe Environment requirements.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift classroom materials.
• Ability to supervise students in classroom and event settings.