DIOCESE OF ALLENTOWN

Holy Family School, Nazareth

Position Description

Job Title: Third Grade Teacher

FLSA: Exempt

Job Status: Full-time

Reporting Functions: Reports to the School Principal

Job Function: The Third Grade Teacher is responsible for providing a safe, faith-filled, academically challenging, and nurturing classroom environment that supports the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of each student. The teacher integrates Catholic values and teachings throughout the curriculum while delivering standards-based instruction aligned with diocesan curriculum guidelines and Pennsylvania Academic Standards.

The Third Grade Teacher serves as a positive Christian role model, fostering a love of learning, respect for others, and a commitment to service while partnering with parents in the education and faith formation of each child.

Duties & Responsibilities

Catholic Identity

• Demonstrate and support the mission, philosophy, and teachings of the Catholic Church.

• Integrate Catholic values and Gospel teachings into daily instruction and classroom activities.

• Participate in school Masses, prayer services, liturgical celebrations, and other faith-based activities.

• Lead daily classroom prayer and encourage students' spiritual growth.

• Foster Christian attitudes of respect, compassion, responsibility, and service.

• Due to the nature and mission of the Catholic Church, all employees are bound to exhibit respect for the teachings and discipline of the Church regarding matters of faith and morals, including maintaining a lifestyle that is in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Instruction & Curriculum

• Plan and deliver engaging, differentiated lessons aligned with the Diocese of Allentown curriculum and Pennsylvania Academic Standards.

• Teach all core academic subjects including:
  
  
  
  • Religion
  
  
  • English Language Arts
  
  
  • Reading
  
  
  • Mathematics
  
  
  • Science
  
  
  • Social Studies
  
  
  • Handwriting
  
  
  
  

• Utilize research-based instructional practices to meet diverse student learning needs.

• Incorporate technology appropriately to enhance instruction.

• Promote critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.

• Maintain effective classroom routines and instructional pacing.

• Assess student learning using formative and summative assessments.

• Maintain accurate records of student progress and grades.

• Analyze assessment data to guide instructional decisions.

• Provide timely feedback to students and parents regarding academic progress.

• Prepare report cards and participate in parent-teacher conferences.

• Establish and maintain a positive, orderly, and respectful classroom environment.

• Implement school-wide behavior expectations consistently.

• Encourage student responsibility, independence, and accountability.

• Promote positive relationships among students.

• Maintain classroom safety at all times.

• Maintain regular communication with parents regarding student progress and classroom activities.

• Respond promptly and professionally to parent inquiries.

• Participate in faculty meetings, professional learning communities, and school committees as assigned.

• Maintain confidentiality regarding student records and school matters.

• Complete lesson plans, attendance, grading, and required reports in a timely manner.

• Participate in ongoing professional development required by the Diocese of Allentown.

• Support school events including Back-to-School Night, Open House, concerts, field trips, and other school functions.

• Adhere to all diocesan policies, school procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education or related field.

• Valid Pennsylvania Teaching Certificate (Elementary K-6 or PK-4, as applicable) .

• Practicing Catholic preferred (or willing to support and uphold the mission of Catholic education in accordance with diocesan policy).

• Successful completion of all required diocesan background checks and clearances.

• Strong classroom management and instructional skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Proficiency with educational

Preferred

• Previous elementary teaching experience.

• Knowledge of differentiated instruction and data-driven decision making.

• Experience integrating technology into instruction.

• Familiarity with Standards-Based Instruction and Assessment.

• Experience working in a Catholic school setting.

PRIOR TO INTERVIEW: Clear records of Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check (PATCH), Pennsylvania Child Abuse History, and Federal Bureau of Investigation Criminal Background Fingerprint Check as required under Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's Act 153 of 2014 (No less than 1 year old.) As well as attendance at the online Protecting God's Children class and Mandated Reporter Training.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and requirements.

Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, employees are regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and stoop. Must be able to talk and hear, both in person and by telephone. Use of hands to perform standard classroom duties and use office equipment is required. Reaching and lifting up to 10 pounds is also required. Vocal communication is required for expressing or exchanging ideas by the means of spoken word; hearing is required to perceive information at normal spoken word levels; visual acuity is required for preparing and analyzing written or computer data, determining the accuracy and thoroughness of work, and observing general surroundings and activities.

Working Conditions: Normal classroom setting, Full-time, 2026-2027; Contracted position; 8 AM to 4 PM. May be required to assist with special duties and work outside the normal school day to attend school-related events.

Please use this link to access the Diocese of Allentown's Teacher Application:

AllentownDiocese/Employment

Interested applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, and clearances via iSolved Hire or to the following:

Principal Derek Peiffer

Email: peifferd@holyfamilynazareth.com

EOE M/F/D/V