Full Time

Intermediate Grades (4–5) Teacher: St. Bernadette School

4th Grade Homeroom Teacher – St. Bernadette School

About Us

St. Bernadette School is a high-performing Catholic elementary school committed to academic excellence, faith formation, and the development of the whole child. As a National Blue Ribbon School, we are proud of our strong academic outcomes, collaborative faculty culture, and supportive school community.

We are seeking a dedicated and student-centered 4th Grade Homeroom Teacher to join our faculty for the 2026–2027 school year and beyond! We are looking for an educator who values strong relationships, purposeful instruction, collaboration with colleagues, and the integration of Catholic faith into the school day.

At St. Bernadette, teachers are part of a mission-driven community that works together to help students grow academically, spiritually, and socially.

The Role

The 4th Grade Homeroom Teacher will serve as the lead teacher for a fourth grade classroom, building a structured, supportive, and engaging learning environment for students.

Responsibilities include:

• Planning and delivering high-quality, standards-aligned instruction
• Creating a classroom culture rooted in high expectations, joy, and care for students
• Supporting the academic, social, and spiritual growth of fourth grade students
• Building strong partnerships with families
• Using student data to inform instruction and support growth
• Collaborating closely with grade-level teammates and colleagues across content areas
• Integrating Catholic values and faith into daily classroom life

We are open to reworking the 4th and 5th grade teaching team and subject responsibilities in order to find the best candidate and create the strongest instructional fit for students and staff.

Our classroom structures are designed to support meaningful relationships and strong instruction, with some flexibility in class sizes depending on subject grouping (e.g., leveled math).

Why Join St. Bernadette?

• A culture of academic excellence and continuous growth
• A collaborative and supportive faculty team
• Supportive administration that values teacher success
• Students who are eager to learn and grow
• Engaged families and a strong school community
• Ongoing professional development and opportunities for leadership

Our teachers consistently say they appreciate the camaraderie of the staff, the support of the administration, and the positive culture of the school community.

Qualifications

Required

• Current Ohio teaching license or willingness to obtain certification
• Bachelor’s degree in Education or related field
• Commitment to supporting the mission of Catholic education

Preferred

• Middle Childhood (4–9) licensure
• Experience teaching elementary or middle grades students
• Strong instructional background and willingness to collaborate flexibly within a grade-level team
• Ability to support student growth through data-informed instruction

Compensation & Benefits

We offer a competitive salary range of $40,000–$60,000 depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits, ongoing professional development, support for continuing education, and opportunities for leadership within the school.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter through our online application system. Materials may also be emailed directly to Mary Beth Sullivan at mbsullivan@stbern.net.

If you are passionate about teaching, faith-based education, and joining a collaborative, high-performing school community, we would love to hear from you.

Come grow with us at St. Bernadette School.

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