Primary Homeroom Teacher (Most likely 3rd Grade) St. Monica Mercer Island

Primary Homeroom Teacher (Most likely 3rd Grade) St. Monica Mercer Island JobID: 10873 Position Type: Elementary Teacher/ Grade 3 Date Posted: 4/30/2026 Location: St. Monica, Mercer Island Primary Teacher, Fall 2026 Grade level determined by gifts of the teachers applying. School Profile St. Monica Catholic School is a PreK-12 Catholic classical school located on Mercer Island, just east of Seattle, Washington. Our curriculum model, based on the Educational Plan of St. Jerome, immerses students in the beauty of Western civilization and the Catholic intellectual tradition. We are a parish school and bring students into the sacramental and liturgical life of St. Monica Catholic Church. Our grades 9-12 program was founded as a pilot in 2020 and was accredited in the fall of 2023. The program limits student cohorts to 12-15 members and emphasizes intellectual friendship through Socratic and Harkness seminars. Ideal Candidate St. Monica Catholic School is seeking a primary teacher (most likely 3rd Grade) for the start of the 2026-2027 school year. The ideal candidate will possess an excellent liberal arts background, a worldview informed by Catholic anthropology, and the ability and desire to teach any grade level between 1st and 5th grade. St. Monica is interested in both experienced teachers and those with a passion for young people and a willingness to pursue growth in the profession through regular coaching, professional development, and appropriate further study. The administration is committed to supporting both early career and veteran teachers in their vocation. Responsibilities Teach a self-contained primary classroom including religion, literacy, humanities, math, science, and writing. Develop lesson and unit plans consistent with archdiocesan standards and best practices in classical education. Differentiate instruction, assessment, and engagement for students with different learning needs. Communicate regularly with parents regarding students' academic progress and human formation and actively develop positive home-school relationships. Reflect on pedagogical practices through regular observation and coaching. Participate in other roles related to being part of the school community, including assisting with student retreats and concerts, attending open houses, recess duty, etc. Participate actively in the professional community through collaboration with colleagues in a range of contexts. Potentially serve as homeroom teacher, facilitating parent-teacher conferences, hosting students at the beginning and end of the day and coordinating with colleagues during grade‑specific activities. Additional duties as assigned. Qualifications Successful applicants will embody St. Monica Catholic School's commitment to Christian intellectual, spiritual and moral formation. They should meet or exceed the following requirements: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to form relationships with students, colleagues, parents, outside stakeholders, and the larger St. Monica community Ability to manage record keeping for a variety of served students Possession of a Washington State teaching credential or willingness and ability to pursue certification Complete Virtus safe environment training and a background check Physical Requirements Ability to physically perform the duties and to work in the environmental conditions required such as: Functioning in classroom space – walking, sitting, standing, reaching Must be able to sit for up to two hours looking at a computer monitor, using a keyboard/mouse and typing Must be able to stand for up to two hours instructing a classroom of learners Must be able to lift up to 25lbs on a frequent basis Benefits Information Salary based upon education and experience. Compensation ranges from $53,000-$75,000 Any offered salary is determined based on internal equity, internal salary ranges, market data, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, degrees, and certifications. A comprehensive package of benefits is offered including two medical plan options, dental, vision, life, accidental death and disability, long term disability, pension, 403(b), HSA, FSA, and generous sick leave, vacation, and holidays. Professional development facilitated by the school, the archdiocese, and by national classical education organizations For teachers in the first 5 years of their careers, we offer the opportunity to apply for affordable, innovative housing options, based on availability. Application Process To apply for the Primary position at St. Monica Catholic School, please submit a PDF of the following documents in an email to Marybeth Bohm principal at View email address on click.appcast.io . Resume or CV Cover letter expressing interest in this position Three references including name, title, relationship to applicant, phone number, and email address #J-18808-Ljbffr Archdiocese of Seattle Catholic Schools