Junior High School ELA Teacher for the 2026-2027 School Year

School Name: St. Therese Academy

Location: 6440 Saint Therese Way, San Diego, CA 92117

Reports to: Principal

Employment Type: Full-Time

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay Rate: $52,000 - $60,000 per year

The Catholic Diocese of San Diego and St. Therese Academy seek a passionate, organized, and faith-filled educator committed to developing Christ-centered, forward-thinking students. This role includes responsibility for delivering rigorous, standards-aligned English Language Arts instruction for 7th and 8th grade students while fostering academic excellence, strong character, and spiritual growth in a supportive Catholic school community 

Primary Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, standards-aligned instruction (Common Core, California State Standards) 
• Deliver ELA curriculum (Reading/Literature, Writing, Vocabulary) and facilitate novel studies as applicable 
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners and use data to inform teaching practices 
• Establish and maintain a structured, positive classroom environment grounded in respect and Restorative Practices 
• Assess student academic and social growth; maintain accurate records and provide timely grades and progress reports 
• Support student organization, study habits, and accountability for academic expectations 
• Integrate technology (e.g., Google Classroom) to enhance instruction and engagement 
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student progress 
• Collaborate with colleagues, participate in professional development, and contribute to a supportive school culture 
• Provide additional academic support as needed (e.g., after-school support sessions for junior high- 2 times per week) 
• Fulfill supervision duties and other responsibilities as assigned by administration 

Administrative/ Other Responsibilities

• Maintain timely communication (email/voicemail) and strong partnerships with families 
• Uphold professionalism, confidentiality, and a respectful demeanor with students, staff, and parents 
• Maintain an organized classroom and actively support school-wide initiatives 

Professional Religious Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; valid California teaching credential preferred 
• Teaching experience in elementary and/or middle school (ELA experience preferred) 
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills 
• Commitment to Catholic education and the mission of forming students in faith and academic excellence 
• Active, practicing Catholic and Catechetical Certification (preferred) 
• Proficiency with instructional technology 
• Positive professional references and successful completion of Livescan background clearance 

Physical Requirements

To successfully meet the needs of the students in his/her care, the person must:

• Spend the majority of the day standing.
• Sit on an occasional basis.
• Walk through the classroom and be able to maneuver in tight spaces between desks. Walk on both even and uneven surfaces
• Deal with students while kneeling or squatting, stooping, or bending
• Reach at, below, or above shoulder height with the dominant upper extremity; may require trunk or neck rotation to look back at the class
• Assist in moving children's desks and chairs to change the layout of the classroom to influence the learning situation. It is occasionally necessary to lift and carry boxes weighing up to 25 pounds from the office to classrooms

While performing the duties of this job the employee is regularly required to be inside the classroom. The employee is required to be mobile to, from, and within the classroom and preschool environment, as well as maneuver throughout the school facility to attend meetings, trainings, and other work-related events. The employee may be required to conduct trips to, from, and within various city and county-wide locations to attend trainings or workshops.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Please note this position description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

St. Therese Academy, as part of the Catholic Diocese of San Diego, is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, genetics, disability, age or veteran status.