What are the responsibilities and job description for the 5th Grade Teacher position at Catholic Diocese of Lansing?
5th grade Teaching Position 2026-2027 school year
St. Mary Catholic Classical School, Williamston
St. Mary Catholic Classical School is committed to assisting parents in the formation of their children by engaging in a classical education where students unify faith and reason to carry the light of truth to the world. By helping students strive for academic excellence, delight in the gift of learning, and imitate the virtues of Jesus Christ, children will be joyfully compelled to live a life of knowledge, love, and service.
The school seeks a 5th grade teacher to help lead students to wholeness in the image of Jesus Christ. Under the leadership and direction of the principal and under the care of the pastor of the parish.
Position Overview
The 5th Grade Teacher will be responsible for creating a structured and engaging classroom that promotes academic growth while nurturing students’ faith. The ideal candidate will be committed to the mission of Catholic education and dedicated to partnering with families in forming disciples of Christ.
Responsibilities
- Foster a classroom culture rooted in Catholic values and virtue.
- Plan and deliver engaging lessons aligned with curriculum standards.
- Integrate faith and learning across subject areas.
- Assess student progress and communicate regularly with parents.
- Collaborate with faculty and staff to support the mission and vision of the school.
- Support and participate in school liturgies, prayer opportunities, and faith formation activities.
Required Qualifications
Bachelor's degree with current Michigan teacher certification (or readily certifiable, or willing to work toward certification); agreement with and support of the Catholic worldview; a strong commitment to Catholic education and the Classical Model of education. Please indicate any areas of expertise or subjects of interest.
Additional Desirable Qualifications
Teaching experience at a Classical school or willingness and openness to be training; Teaching certification; Advanced degree. Knowledge of, or willingness to be trained in, the Disciple of Christ-Education in Virtue curriculum.
All interested applicants should submit:
- COVER LETTER
- RESUME
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- DIOCESAN APPLICATION
To learn more about our school, please visit our website. https://www.stmaryschoolwilliamston.com/
Questions – Contact Principal Justine Dailey at stmarywilliamston.jd@gmail