Elementary Teacher

Job Title: Elementary Teacher - 2nd Grade

Location: St. Barbara School (Santa Ana)

Pax Christi Academies is a community of five vibrant Catholic elementary schools in the Diocese of Orange, united in our mission to educate students in Faith, Intellect, Character, and Citizenship. Our schools provide Christ-centered, academically excellent learning environments that nurture the whole child.

We are seeking a 2nd Grade Teacher to join our school communities. The 2nd Grade Teacher is responsible for creating a safe, engaging, and academically rigorous classroom that supports the spiritual, intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of elementary students. The teacher fosters a love of learning while partnering with families to help students grow in their Catholic faith and achieve their fullest potential.

Essential Functions: Because all Pax Christi Academies employees represent the Roman Catholic Church, they are expected to conduct themselves according to the goals and mission of the Church in performing their work.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging, standards-based instruction aligned with diocesan and state curriculum requirements.
• Integrate Catholic values and teachings throughout daily instruction and classroom activities.
• Create a positive, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment that promotes student engagement, respect, and academic success.
• Teach core elementary subjects, including Religion, English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, and Social Studies.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse academic, social, emotional, and developmental needs of students.
• Assess student learning using a variety of formal and informal methods, monitor progress, and provide timely feedback to students and families.
• Maintain accurate student records, grades, attendance, and required documentation.
• Establish and reinforce classroom expectations that promote positive behavior, responsibility, and respect.
• Collaborate with instructional assistants, specialists, administrators, and colleagues to support student achievement.
• Communicate regularly with parents regarding student progress, classroom activities, and school events.
• Incorporate technology to enhance instruction and student learning.
• Supervise students during recess, lunch, arrival, dismissal, field trips, liturgies, assemblies, and other assigned duties.
• Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, faith formation, and school events.
• Support the mission and ministry of the school through active participation in the faith life of the community.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Education or a related field required.
• Valid California Multiple Subject Teaching Credential preferred.
• Practicing Catholic preferred; must support and uphold the mission and values of Catholic education.
• Previous elementary teaching experience, particularly in primary grades.
• Strong understanding of elementary instructional practices and child development.
• Excellent classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to differentiate instruction to support diverse learners.
• Proficiency with Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, and educational technology platforms.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, students, and families.
• Commitment to ongoing professional growth and continuous improvement.

Work Conditions

• Work primarily in a classroom and school campus setting, requiring frequent use of standard educational technology, and office equipment such as computers, telephones, projectors and printers.
• Regular interaction with students, staff, faculty, and visitors in a professional and faith-based environment.
• Follow a structured school schedule but often work additional hours to meet before or after school responsibilities for preparation, grading assignments, assigned tasks, attending school activities or events.
• Occasional local travel may be required for training, meetings, retreats, or field trips.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time with frequent walking and movement around the classroom, campus or office facilities to support programs and operational needs.
• Speak clearly and project your voice to communicate with the classroom as a group, individual students, parents, colleagues, and fellow staff members.
• Manual dexterity required for operating office equipment, preparing materials, and managing paperwork.
• Visual and auditory ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, students, and visitors in person, via email, and by phone. Maintain visual and auditory awareness to monitor student activities, read materials, and respond to classroom situations.
• Must be able to set up and dismantle equipment required for meetings, programs, or campus activities as needed.
• Bend, reach, or kneel when assisting students or handling classroom materials.
• Ability to lift and carry items up to 25 pounds, such as materials, supplies, and event equipment.

Compensation

• $49,394 - $90,164, based on experience and qualifications