Description
Job Description
Saint Paul the Apostle School, a Developmental Kindergarten through 8th grade Catholic elementary school located near Westwood in Los Angeles, is accepting applications for a Lower School teacher with experience teaching children in grades DK-4 for the 2026-27 school year. The ideal candidate is willing to work hard to build a dynamic learning environment in a Catholic school that focuses on a challenging academic program while developing faith, character, and building community. Saint Paul the Apostle School is an exciting and engaging community. Come join our team of excellent educators!
Duties and skills include, but are not limited to:
- Plan and deliver a creative, effective, and developmentally appropriate educational program.
- Create an environment that fosters a love of learning, meeting the academic, social, emotional, and spiritual growth of each student.
- Establish and communicate learning goals to all students.
- Analyze data and use tools and results of assessments to inform instruction.
- Evaluate student progress.
- Communicate thoughtfully and professionally with parents and colleagues.
- Integrate use of technology to enhance student learning.
- Ability to be flexible, work in a collaborative environment, and be a positive team player.
Personal Qualifications
- Strong assessment skills and independent decision-making abilities.
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Willingness to engage in a supportive manner is a must.
- Strong organizational skills in record management and task priority setting.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Characteristics of Professional Excellence for St. Paul the Apostle School Faculty & Staff
- We create a structured learning environment that communicates compassion, fairness, and respect.
- We pursue a variety of teaching methods to address the diverse needs of every learner.
- We guide our students to draw upon their faith journey to shape their learning and decision-making.
- We model respect for Catholic traditions as they are encountered in communal worship and moments of prayer during the school day.
- We actively seek ongoing professional development to enhance and maintain competency in the subjects we teach.
- We are committed as a team to uphold procedures and policies that ensure safety and efficiency in daily school life.
- We treat colleagues with professionalism and respect, engaging in open and constructive dialogue.
Other Expectations:
- Keep phone and email communications responsive.
- Attend staff meetings.
- Participate and help with major school events.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- The responsibilities outlined in this job description encompass the essential functions and primary duties associated with the role. Please note that this description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that may be required. Teachers may be assigned additional tasks as necessary or directed by their supervisor.
Reports to: Assistant Principal – Director of the Lower School
Classification: Exempt
Compensation & Benefits: $55,000 – 85,000 – depending on experience, education, and placement on Archdiocese of Los Angeles payscale. This position is eligible for full benefits.
Required Hours: 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday), but must be able to work outside of school hours as needed and/or required.
Please submit a resume and cover letter to Mayora Hiney, Business Manager/Human Resources, mhiney@sp-apostle.org.
Requirements
Requirements/Qualifications
- BA or higher degree
- Clear Multiple Subject California Teaching Credential or working toward a Clear Credential
- At least two years teaching experience preferred
- Active Catholic preferred
- For this position, strong consideration is given to candidates who possess expertise in mathematics and science curriculum development and instruction.
- Effective communication skills
- Planning and organizational skills
- Strong classroom management skills
- Competency in developing lesson plans in alignment with Common Core, state standards, and technology
- Cultivate a Growth Mindset in self and students
- Knowledge of and experience with differentiation and engagement
- Willingness to assist with co-curricular programs and/or activities
- Engagement in the life and community of our parish school
- Experience with using iPads, projectors, Zoom, Gradelink, Google Classroom, Renaissance Learning, and Microsoft Office, Google – Docs, Slides, Sheets, Forms, and other electronic communication
- First aid & CPR certification required
- Virtus “Protecting God’s Children” certification and a clear Livescan required.
Wage Range
The rate of pay offered to the selected candidate is based on internal pay policy and budget. New hires are commonly paid at the minimum of the wage range or within the lower part of the range. We consider a number of factors when making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training and other department needs.
Information/Application Contact
St. Paul the Apostle School (Los Angeles)
1536 Selby Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90024
mhiney@sp-apostle.org